The battery recycling landscape continues to evolve, bringing new challenges and new solutions.
From fire prevention and safer collection systems to extended producer responsibility (EPR) and the infrastructure needed to support a growing battery economy, the industry is facing new challenges and new opportunities at every stage of the battery lifecycle.
At The Battery Network, we’re proud to be part of that national dialogue. Below are a few key articles discussing the work we do and highlighting key issues facing battery recycling today.
Marketing Brew | How a trade org is using a conservation icon to promote battery recycling
Jan 2026
Marketing Brew spotlights how battery recycling is reaching new audiences through creative public education, including the return of Woodsy Owl to encourage safe battery disposal. The piece underscores the growing importance of awareness and accessible recycling options as battery use becomes more common in everyday life.
“Battery recycling is becoming part of the mainstream conversation, driven by both safety and sustainability.”
Waste360 | What The Battery Network’s rebrand means for the recycling industry
Jan 2026
In a Q&A with CEO Leo Raudys, Waste360 digs into what the rebrand means for municipalities, haulers, producers, and regulators. The conversation connects rising battery use with the need for stronger infrastructure, clearer roles, and shared responsibility.
“Battery use is growing fast and that scale brings new safety and regulatory challenges for the recycling world.”
Waste Dive | Battery collection tech advances to mitigate fires, manage EPR volumes
Jan 2026
Waste Dive examines how rapid growth in battery use is driving new safety challenges and why our rebrand signals a broader responsibility to help the industry keep pace. The article highlights how The Battery Network supports safer battery recycling as volumes increase nationwide.
“Scaling battery recycling safely means investing in smarter, more connected collection infrastructure.”
Battery recycling works best when the system works together. We’re proud to be leading the charge to make safe battery recycling possible nationwide.
As new coverage is published, we’ll continue updating this page. Check back often to see how the conversation is growing and how yesterday’s batteries are becoming tomorrow’s power.
