Helping New Yorkers recycle batteries safely and responsibly
New York’s rechargeable battery law gives residents convenient ways to recycle select batteries and keep them out of the waste stream. The Battery Network supports this statewide effort by providing drop-off options, safety guidance, and program resources for retailers, municipalities, and producer.
State Laws and Information
Rechargeable batteries must be recycled. It’s the law.
Under the New York Rechargeable Battery Recycling Law, rechargeable batteries must be properly recycled.
What are rechargeable batteries?
Rechargeable batteries are made to be recharged and reused, and they store more energy than single-use batteries. They are common found in cordless tools, cordless vacuums, portable chargers, drones, and medical devices.
What are Damaged or Defective Batteries?
Batteries that are no longer safe for normal use, charging, or handling due to physical damage or malfunction. Examples include batteries that are swollen, leaking, cracked, crushed, overheated, corroded, or otherwise compromised. Residents can contact a New York retailer participating in The Battery Network’s program for disposing of damaged and defective batteries. See our safety page for safe handling instructions.
Recycling batteries keeps your home and community safe.
It’s as easy as 1-2-3:
- Collect. Recycle batteries every six months and keep them in a cool, dry place.
- Protect. Ensure you’ve taped battery terminals or bagged before you drop.
- Drop. Find a nearby collection site and recycle responsibly.
New York Producer Stewardship Information
Under New York Law, rechargeable battery manufacturers must arrange for and finance the recycling of rechargeable batteries collected by retailers. The Battery Network is currently the state-approved stewardship program that allows consumers to recycle rechargeable batteries through a convenient network of drop-off locations.
Producers listed on The Battery Network Steward and Brands pages are authorized to continue selling covered batteries in Vermont.
To find out more about joining our New York Program, contact:
Roxane Peggs
Director of State Stewardship
[email protected]
(678) 218-4587
New York Collection Site Resources
We work closely with retail partners, municipal locations, and other collection sites to support safe, compliant battery recycling throughout Vermont.
