DISPOSAL ALERT: BATTERIES MUST BE KEPT OUT OF ALL RECYCLING AND GARBAGE BINS. Under no circumstances should batteries be disposed of in standard garbage or recycling receptacles When subjected to compaction within garbage trucks or sorting mechanisms at recycling facilities, batteries—particularly rechargeable and lithium-ion variants—pose a significant risk of explosion, leading to hazardous chemical fires that endanger sanitation personnel & equipment. Furthermore, improper disposal can result in the leakage of toxic heavy metals into our local soil and groundwater.
Safe Battery Recycling Procedures:
Locate a designated drop-off site:
To locate a battery recycling drop-off point, please visit Call2Recycle.org.
