Battery Basics

Battery recycling keeps everyone safe and conserves natural resources. When batteries are handled the right way, it prevents fires, protects our communities, and recovers valuable materials that can be used again. It’s a simple step with a big impact. Safe battery recycling starts here. 

Power a sustainable future, one battery at a time.

What to Recycle

Learn which batteries can be recycled and how to prepare them safely.

The Recycling Process

See what happens to your batteries after you drop them off.
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Drop-off Locations

Thousands of convenient drop-off sites to choose from.

Safe battery recycling starts with you.

Why Battery Recycling Matters

Recycling batteries does more than clear out junk drawers. It reduces fire risks at home, keeps hazardous materials out of the trash, and supports a growing market for recovered metals. Every battery you recycle helps build a safer, more responsible energy future.

How Battery Recycling Protects Your Community

Improperly stored or discarded batteries can spark fires in household trash, recycling trucks, and local facilities. Safe handling and proper drop-off prevent these incidents. When everyone takes a few simple steps, communities stay safer.

Environmental Benefits

Batteries contain metals that can be recovered, refined, and used again. Recycling reduces the demand for new raw materials and supports more sustainable manufacturing. It’s a practical way to cut down on waste while giving valuable resources a second life.