Batteries (All Types)Don’t throw batteries away! Recycle them. Batteries used in laptops, vehicles, cell phones and other portable electronics represent a significant recycling challenge. The EPA estimates that over three billion batteries are purchased in the United States each year. Batteries contain heavy metals and other elements which can pose a threat to the environment. When disposed of improperly, the hazardous materials in batteries can:
For a small fee per pound, EcoLights will accept any battery for recycling and safe disposal, including:
If you have special or large-quantity battery recycling needs, we’ll work with you to develop |
  Our commitment to environmental compliance is at the core of everything we do. We take our responsibilities to you, our people, and the environment very seriously. That’s why we have our own Environmental Health and Safety Department to ensure that our operations surpass all federal, state, and local rules and regulations. Learn more »  Nationwide, efforts to increase energy conservation and lower operating costs are resulting in the increasing use of fluorescent lamps and compact fluorescent lamps or CFLs. The downside: each lamp contains mercury which can be harmful to both humans and wildlife. Learn more »  |