Battery recycling

Recycling really began to take off about 40 years ago. Each state has different guidelines for battery recycling and has to figure out their own standards.

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Recycling old batteries reduces waste, and since up to 99 percent of a lead-acid battery ... Read more

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Don't just throw your used batteries in the garbage - recycle them! Create this battery recycling container to collect your used batteries and turn them in to be recycled and reused!

We use batteries to run everything from flashlights to cars. But getting rid of a used-up battery can pose a problem. Because they contain various hazardous materials, including heavy metals and acids, batteries can cause serious...

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Some batteries require a little more work.

When you toss batteries into your recycling bin at home, they can combust in recycling trucks, and can cause a fire! Make sure you are disposing your batteries properly! Learn where you can drop off your used batteries by going to http://timetorecycle.com/locator/map.asp #TimeToRecycle #BatteryRecycling Funded through a grant from NCTCOG and TCEQ.

Reuse an old container, turn it into a dead battery storage container! When it's full take it to an e-waste recycling center. #WeLoveEarth #novistars