Don't let old drones collect dust or end up in the trash. Berkeley, California drone owners can recycle with REFPV for free or at competitive bulk rates. We accept DJI, Parrot, Skydio, and all other brands, recovering valuable materials while protecting the local environment. Improper lithium battery disposal causes an estimated 65% of waste facility fires in the United States.
Drone operators in the 510 area code region of California can ship directly to our nearest processing center.
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Drone batteries contain lithium-polymer cells that are hazardous when improperly disposed of. In California, e-waste regulations require responsible handling of these materials.
Every year, thousands of drones reach end-of-life in Berkeley alone. Recycling recovers valuable metals like cobalt, copper, and aluminum that would otherwise be lost.
REFPV's certified recycling process ensures your drone components never end up in a California landfill, protecting local water sources and soil from contamination.
Bulk drone disposal for businesses — fleet pickups, chain-of-custody tracking, and compliance documentation included.
Specialized lithium-polymer battery recycling with certified safety protocols. We handle batteries from all drone types.
Free shipping labels for individual drone owners. Recycle your DJI, Parrot, Skydio, or any brand drone safely and responsibly.
Secure destruction of flight logs, camera data, and GPS records stored on drone memory modules.
Working motors, cameras, and electronics are refurbished and resold. Maximize the value recovered from your old drones.
Ensure your drone disposal meets all federal and state e-waste regulations with our compliance advisory services.
Drone batteries — primarily lithium-polymer (LiPo) and lithium-ion — require specialized handling due to fire and chemical exposure risks. REFPV's battery recycling program in Berkeley follows DOT hazmat protocols for safe transport and processing. According to the EPA, improper lithium battery disposal causes an estimated 65% of waste facility fires nationwide.
E-waste regulations in California require proper handling of lithium batteries and electronic components found in drones. REFPV ensures full compliance with all applicable federal and California regulations. For enterprise clients in Berkeley, we provide complete compliance documentation including chain-of-custody records and recycling certificates.
Every recycled drone from Berkeley enters our material-specific processing streams: precious metals recovery from circuit boards, base metals from motors and frames, rare earth extraction from magnets, and plastic pelletization for reuse. This circular economy approach reduces the environmental impact of drone manufacturing significantly.
From commercial real estate firms to agricultural operations, Berkeley's businesses rely heavily on drone technology. When commercial fleets reach end-of-life — typically after 2-3 years of heavy use — REFPV provides Berkeley with volume pricing, scheduled fleet pickups, and dedicated account management for seamless recycling transitions.
Every recycled drone keeps hazardous materials out of landfills. Start your order today.
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