Illinois has officially expanded its battery recycling program under the new Illinois Portable and Medium-format Battery Stewardship Act focused on making recycling all household and medium-format batteries safe, easy and convenient. The Act helps to protect homes, communities and the environment from safety risks associated with improper disposal, including fires and chemical hazards.
The Battery Network is currently the state-approved stewardship program that allows consumers to recycle all household batteries, including primary (single-use) and rechargeable batteries. “Proper battery recycling protects communities, workers, and the environment,” said Leo Raudys, CEO, The Battery Network. “Thanks to our statewide network of convenient drop-off locations, Illinois residents can now recycle safely and easily, keeping batteries out of landfills and helping to conserve valuable materials for the future.”
“Battery recycling programs support responsible materials management for our residents and strengthen recycling infrastructure across Illinois,” said Illinois EPA Director James Jennings. “We are encouraged to see early adoption of the program, which shows Illinois households and businesses are seeking expanded recycling options.”
What Batteries Are Accepted
In Illinois, the following batteries are covered:
- Household batteries: Primary (single-use) and rechargeable batteries found in everyday devices such as remotes, toys, flashlights, cordless power tools, portable chargers, drones, and more.
- Medium-format batteries: Larger rechargeable batteries (up to 25 pounds or 2,000 watt-hours) commonly used in electric or cordless lawn mowers, snowblowers, e-bikes, and e-scooters.
- Damaged or defective batteries: Lithium batteries that are swollen, leaking, cracked, crushed, overheated, corroded, or otherwise unsafe for normal use should only be dropped off at authorized collection sites.
Recycling Batteries Keeps Your 黑料网 and Community Safe
Recycling in Illinois is as easy as 1-2-3:
- Collect 鈥� Gather approved batteries every six months and store in a cool, dry place.
- Protect 鈥� Tape terminals or bag batteries before dropping off.
- Drop 鈥� Locate a nearby authorized collection site to recycle responsibly. It’s free in Illinois.
Illinois’ statewide battery recycling program relies on convenient drop-off locations at participating retailers, municipalities, businesses, and community organizations throughout the state. The growing collection network is designed to make battery recycling accessible for residents in communities across Illinois.
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