20,000 Fires
caused by batteries in the USA each year*
3 Billion
batteries disposed of by Americans each year*
96,153,846 Fires
Phones thrown away globally in a week*
Batteries cause fires
Common household items seem harmless, however, the batteries in them pose risks when disposed into regular garbage or recycling containers because of their highly flammable nature.
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Dan Kurtz
Director of Recycling, Waste Connections
Susan Eppes
Chairperson, ANSI Standard for Material Recovery Facilities
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Check the electronic devices you need to dispose. If possible, remove the batteries, if not, bring the whole device to the drop off location.
Store batteries in non-metallic containers (plastic, cardboard, or glass) that does not conduct electricity if there is a spark.
Respect our drivers’ safety as they take care of yours.
Refuse collectors put their lives in danger every time you throw your batteries into your garbage or recycling container. Batteries are highly flammable and should be taken to a designated drop-off location.
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