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Home -> Resources -> Twenty-One Green IT Tips -> 11. Dispose of Batteries Properly
11. Dispose of Batteries Properly There are many different types of batteries used in today’s electronics. Make sure that you dispose of them properly. Many people throw batteries into the garbage, but there are heavy metals in some kind of batteries and those need to be disposed of properly. Notebook Batteries Most notebook computers have rechargeable lithium-ion batteries. These last a long time, but they don’t last forever. When you buy a new laptop battery, your battery provider should accept the old battery for proper recycling. You should be able to send your old battery back to the provider in the same box that your new battery came in. If your battery provider does not support this service, find another one that does! Web search:  notebook battery disposal
UPS Lead-Acid Batteries The batteries inside an Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS) are typically sealed lead-acid batteries. This is like the battery that you have in your car. While these are rechargeable, they do wear out and need to be replaced from time to time. When they do, your battery provider should accept the used battery for proper disposal.Web search: lead acid battery disposal
Other Kinds of Batteries There are still other types of batteries to consider, including "disposable" alkaline batteries like those used in many electronic devices. We suggest you talk to your local waste disposal company for details on the programs they have available for proper disposal of batteries. For details on what the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has to say about batteries and their proper disposal, visit this web page. Web search: proper battery disposal
Battery Recycling Resources Here are some links to more information, including some battery disposal / recycling services:
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