Did you know that batteries improperly tossed in your kerbside bins pose a significant fire risk? It’s true! Batteries, especially lithium-ion ones found in many common devices, can ignite when damaged or overheated during waste collection and processing. This danger extends from household waste trucks to recycling facilities. Even standard alkaline batteries can spark fires, particularly if they come into contact with metal.
Alt text: Close-up of damaged and corroded AA batteries, illustrating the potential fire hazard they pose if not recycled properly.
Beyond fire hazards, batteries contain heavy metals that can leach harmful chemicals into our environment if they end up in landfills. Protect our environment and community by ensuring your batteries are recycled responsibly.
Fortunately, recycling your household batteries is easy and free! And what better time to declutter your drawers and garages of old batteries than in conjunction with a fantastic local event? While you’re heading to Adelaide Tools Pooraka, why not bring along your used household batteries for safe disposal?
Alt text: A collection of diverse household batteries ready for recycling, showcasing different sizes and types from small button cells to larger lithium-ion packs.
Adelaide Tools at Pooraka is a convenient drop-off location for all types of household batteries, including:
- Small batteries (AAA, AA, button cell, etc.)
- Lithium batteries
- Dolphin lantern batteries
- Batteries from e-waste
And remember, for lead-acid batteries from cars and trucks, you can also recycle them at NAWMA’s Resource Recovery Centres and other specialized locations.
Make a positive impact by keeping harmful substances out of landfills and protecting our recycling workers. Click here to find other battery drop-off points near you. Let’s recycle responsibly and keep our community safe!
