Share Resources On Battery Disposal For National Battery Day Feb. 18

National Battery Day is celebrated each year on Feb.18. Take this opportunity to share resources on proper battery management and disposal. 

Improperly disposed of batteries, particularly lithium-ion batteries, have caused for fires in collection trucks, waste and recycling facilities. Fires put workers and firefighters at risk and have caused millions of dollars of damage in Wisconsin. Beyond Wisconsin, Fire Rover estimates $1.25 billion in expenses for the waste and recycling industry due to improperly discarded batteries last year alone! 

You can help prevent fires like these by following these steps:

• Never put batteries or electronics in your recycling bin or cart.
• Take rechargeable batteries to a recycling drop-off site, like a hardware store or local recycling center.
• E-cycle your electronic devices through E-Cycle Wisconsin. Many sites accept electronics like laptops and cell phones for free.

To learn more and find recycling locations, visit the Wisconsin DNR’s electronics and battery recycling webpage.