Take a quick look around you. I am almost certain that you will be able to find at least a few battery operated devices in sight- perhaps a TV remote (or three), i-pod, kids toys, radios, camera, etc...
What do you do when these batteries die, do you properly recycle them or just toss them in the trash. Every year Americans purchase over 3 billion batteries and the majority of these end up in the landfills.
Many batteries contain toxic materials such as mercury, lead, cadmium, and nickel all that can cause serious environmental and potential humans health issues.
As a consumer there are several steps you take to be more environmentally responsible:
- Consider products that have rechargeable batteries- they last much longer and can be used again, and again, and again.
- If disposal batteries are a must make sure you don't let them sit idol- when the electronic device is not in use- remove them to preserve life.
- When using rechargeable battery charger, choose one that is EnergyStar® rated and keep it unplugged when not in use to avoid phantom energy zapping.
- Be responsible and recycle old and worn out batteries.
In Knoxville TN you can find battery recycling at select recycling centers and electronic stores. You can also send away for mail-in recycling packages to recycle your used batteries.
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