Batteries are essential in many places, including homes and businesses. They’re a much-needed power source for everything from children’s toys to laptops and lamps.
Approximately 40,000 tonnes of portable batteries are sold annually across the UK, yet only 18,000 are recycled. When batteries end up in landfill sites, they pose a significant threat to the natural world, causing damage to ecosystems and wildlife. This is due to hazardous chemicals like zinc, lead, lithium, cadmium, and mercury.
While all batteries provide energy, they differ in shape, size, power, and materials, and need to be disposed of differently.
Join us as we dive into the recycling procedure for different battery types and discuss strategies for reducing battery consumption in the digital age.
