Where to Recycle Batteries?

Recycling Batteries saves resources
and the environment.

Alkaline/Single-Use Batteries, Rechargeable Batteries and e-Mobility Batteries

When household batteries are no longer useable. Remember that recycling them is the safest and the most responsible thing you can do.

Batteries thrown in the trash or recycling bin can spark and potentially cause a fire. Batteries that end up in our landfills can be harmful to wildlife and the environment.

When you have used batteries. Safely collect and store them at home until you’re ready to take them to a drop-off location for recycling.

Batteries can and should be recycled.

• Battery recycling keeps harmful materials out of landfill 
  Used batteries that end up in your community’s landfill can contain toxic materials that may harm wildlife and the environment.

• Battery recycling helps keep people and property safe
  Responsible battery recycling practices ensure batteries are handled in a way that reduces potential fire hazards.

• Battery recycling supports sustainability
  Materials reclaimed from recycled batteries can be used to make new products.

STEP ONE | COLLECT BATTERIES

When you find dead batteries or replace batteries at their end-of-life, collect them in a non-metal container.

Avoid placing loose batteries in drawers or containers that contain other metal objects such as coins, paper clips or screws.

Use a non-metal container to collect your batteries, such as an old yogurt container, milk jug or plastic storage bin.

STEP TWO | PROTECT THE BATTERIES

Tape the Terminals

Cover the terminals* with clear packing tape, duct tape or electrical tape

Bag & Seal

Place each battery in a clear, sealable / zipped bag. Zip-seal or produce bags recommended.

STEP THREE | DROP OFF THE BATTERIES