Batteries can and should be recycled when they reach their end-of-life.

Throwing batteries in the garbage or in your curbside recycling bin can cause fires and harm the environment, people, and property.

There are hidden dangers tied to improper handling and disposal of batteries at their end-of-life. Many are unaware of these dangers, which are causing an increasing number of fires across recycling centers, waste facilities and garbage trucks, and resulting in millions of dollars in physical damage and putting lives in danger.

The bottom line: by taking a few extra steps, we can all play a role in reducing the potential risks to people, property, and the environment.

As the United States’ largest consumer battery stewardship and recycling program, Call2Recycle is working with National and local partners to increase awareness around the safe handling and disposal of batteries to reduce incidence of fires through its ‘Avoid the Spark. Be Battery Safety Smart.’ campaign.

Avoid the Spark Battery Guide