The Great Battery Roundup is a statewide Illinois initiative raising awareness about the importance of battery recycling. Whether you’re cleaning out a junk drawer or replacing used batteries at home, every battery recycled helps make a difference. Find a nearby drop-off location, explore upcoming events, and join the roundup.
Let’s roundup 10,000 lbs of batteries
Leading the charge, together.
The Roundup Is Rolling into Your Neighborhood
The Great Battery Roundup mobile collection truck is making stops across the Chicago area for a limited time. Bring your used batteries to recycle, learn why battery recycling matters, and enjoy giveaways, prizes, and fun along the way. Check the schedule below to find a stop near you.
Can’t make a truck stop? Recycle your used batteries at a participating Home Depot® or another nearby drop-off location.
Bring your used household batteries (AA, AAA, rechargeable, etc.).
Everyone is talking about The Great Battery Roundup.
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.
