Did you know that around 80% of household batteries used across Australia are single-use?
Despite being recyclable, a shocking 97% of them (8,000 tonnes!) end up in landfills each year when thrown into kerbside bins.
Improper disposal of batteries can lead to serious environmental and safety risks. Here's why:
Environmental impact: Batteries contain hazardous materials like lead and mercury that can contaminate our soil and water.
Fire hazard: Batteries can catch fire due to their combustible components, endangering waste facilities and workers.
Waste of resources: Recycling batteries helps reclaim valuable metals, reducing the need for raw materials.
Batteries are hidden in many household items, so don’t forget to remove them before recycling. See below:
Mobile phones & tablets
Watches & smartwatches
Toys
Vapes & e-cigarettes
Power tools
Remote controls
Digital cameras
Electric toothbrushes
eScooters
Remember to never bin a battery! Instead, take them to your local recycling drop-off locations to keep our environment and waste collection trucks safe.
Where can I take my used batteries?
Batteries can be disposed of a local waste transfer stations in the orange bins, local libraries and Council Customer Service Centres.
Search here for local drop off points:
https://bcycle.com.au/drop-off/
See You Tube Video here
Together, we can make a big difference!
