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Changes to curbside collection in Alachua County

Alachua County has informed residents of an important change to curbside collection services for large electronic waste (e-waste). The county's waste hauler, GFL (Green For Life), no longer collects "e-waste" items left at the curb.

Recent facility and equipment fires related to e-waste, as well as other environmental concerns, have led to this decision.

What is considered large e-waste?

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