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Guide to Recycling and Donating Old Furniture: Helping You Welcome the New Year with Ease!

When purchasing new televisions, refrigerators, washing machines, or air conditioners (referred to as the "Four Appliances"), consumers can request retailers to assist with free recycling of old appliances (Photo/Source: Environmental Protection Administration Resource Recycling Website)
When purchasing new televisions, refrigerators, washing machines, or air conditioners (referred to as the "Four Appliances"), consumers can request retailers to assist with free recycling of old appliances (Photo/Source: Environmental Protection Administration Resource Recycling Website)

As the New Year approaches, many people begin their annual deep cleaning, often facing challenges in disposing of old furniture and home appliances. "Real Estate Thermometer" has compiled a recycling and donation guide to help you clear out your space with ease and welcome the New Year.

Three Main Recycling Channels: Quickly Dispose of Waste

★ Environmental Protection Bureau Recycling: Local environmental protection bureaus offer services to recycle discarded furniture and appliances, including mattresses, sofas, and refrigerators. Residents must contact their local cleaning team and deliver items to a designated location at an agreed time.

★ Private Recycling Services: For large quantities or diverse types of items, private recycling services, such as moving companies or furniture manufacturers, are available. Recently, Xinyi Home introduced a second-hand furniture recycling service to quickly clear out spaces, although a fee may apply.

★ Reverse Recycling Services: When purchasing new appliances, old ones can be handed over to retailers for recycling, often included in the delivery process, saving time and effort. The public can donate discarded furniture, which will be repaired by underprivileged individuals and auctioned as second-hand items (Photo/Source: Carpenter's Home Care Association FB)

Donate Usable Furniture and Appliances to Spread Love

If furniture and appliances are still in usable condition, donating them not only avoids waste but also spreads warmth. Several organizations offer collection and reuse services:

★ iGoods: A donation matching platform to ensure resources are efficiently distributed to those in need. (Link: iGoods)

★ Carpenter's Home Care Association: Located in Taoyuan, focusing on environmental sustainability and supporting disadvantaged groups by repairing damaged furniture for charity auctions and providing skills training. (Link: Carpenter's Home)

★ Green Miracle: Specializes in collecting second-hand computers, repairing them, and donating them to underprivileged students and organizations. (Link: Green Miracle)

★ Happiness Station: A material matching platform by the New Taipei City Government, offering recycled items to underprivileged children and families. (Link: Happiness Station)

★ GiveCircle: A sharing platform established by the Taipei City Government’s Social Affairs Bureau, where people can donate unused items for free pickup by those in need. (Link: GiveCircle)

★ Catholic Kuang Jen Social Welfare Foundation: Dedicated to serving vulnerable groups. Check the official website for a list of items needed to respond precisely to demands. (Link: Kuang Jen Foundation)

By recycling and donating correctly, discarded furniture and appliances can become valuable resources, reducing environmental impact, spreading kindness, and giving your home a fresh start in the New Year.

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