Find RAD Partner Programs
RAD Partner programs help protect the ozone layer and address climate change by reducing emissions of greenhouse gases through the disposal of older, inefficient refrigerated appliances using best environmental practices. Specifically, Partners work with recyclers and recycling facilities capable of properly handling the environmentally harmful substances contained in the units, including foam insulation.
RAD Partners and Affiliates are located all across the U.S., indicated on the map below.
How can I locate a RAD Partner to recycle my appliance?
Use the RAD Partner Locator to find a RAD Partner program near you!
Most RAD Partner programs will pick up your old fridge, freezer, window air-conditioning unit, or dehumidifier directly from your home. In some cases, they might even offer a financial incentive such as a reward or rebate for turning in your old units.
These old units will be sent to a recycling facility capable of properly handling the environmentally harmful substances using best environmental practices and technologies.
RAD Partner Locator
Where is a participating RAD partner program in my area?
The cost for appliance pick-up and/or disposal varies:
- Your municipal public works department may provide free collection of refrigerant-containing appliances or there may be a fee for this service, which may vary by appliance type.
- Some retailers offer appliance pick-up and disposal services with the purchase and delivery of a new model. Depending on the retailer, a fee of $10 to $50 may be charged for this service.
- Utilities that operate a bounty program or retailers that have “trade-in” policies may also provide free pick-up/disposal services for old refrigerators/freezers, or even pay you to allow them to pick up your unit.
- Some programs also offer rebates and discounts toward the purchase of new ENERGY STAR® qualified models. Use ENERGY STAR’s rebate finder to see a list of rebates and other special offers in your area.
If a Partner program is not currently available in your area:
- Check with your state energy office or local electric utility. Local utilities and energy efficiency organizations support a growing number of refrigerator and freezer recycling programs. Some programs offer cash to recycle your old fridge; others offer utility bill credits.
- Ask about municipal pick-up of appliances. Your local waste management division or department of public works may offer heavy trash pick-up and recycling programs for appliances. Contact them directly for information.
- Talk to your local scrap metal recycler. Thousands of local scrap metal recyclers can recycle old fridges and freezers. Ask your scrap metal recycler for assurance that your old unit will be properly recycled.
- Appliances left curbside might be picked up by peddlers who may improperly dispose of the appliance in an unsafe manner.