# From HomeLab to E-Waste: Giving Old Tech a New Purpose at Free Geek

DevFeed: [From HomeLab to E-Waste: Giving Old Tech a New Purpose at Free Geek](<https://devfeed.tech/articles/from-homelab-to-e-waste-giving-old-tech-a-new-purpose-at-free-geek-10532.md>)

Original publisher: [Read original article](<https://technotim.com/posts/e-waste-free-geek/>)

Author: Techno Tim

Published: 2024-11-01T13:00:00Z

Content type: opinion

Language: en

Sources: [Techno Tim](<https://devfeed.tech/sources/techno-tim.md>)

Topics: [Homelab](<https://devfeed.tech/topics/homelab.md>), [Hardware](<https://devfeed.tech/topics/hardware.md>)

Tags: [hardware](<https://devfeed.tech/tags/hardware.md>), [homelab](<https://devfeed.tech/tags/homelab.md>), [tech](<https://devfeed.tech/tags/tech.md>), [video](<https://devfeed.tech/tags/video.md>)

## AI overview

A visit to Free Geek Twin Cities explores how old homelab equipment can be recycled, refurbished, or given a second life, highlighting responsible e-waste handling.

## Source excerpt

Ever wonder what to do with old homelab gear? Join me as I visit a local e-waste facility to see how outdated tech can be recycled, refurbished, or given a second life. From nostalgic tech to responsible recycling, Free Geek Twin Cities shows us the impact of handling e-waste the right way. 📺 Watch Video Info Please consider donating to Free Geek Twin Cities using YouTube's donate button o...