Where to dispose of swollen energy storage batteries

How do I dispose of a swollen lithium ion battery?

If the swollen battery is not smoking and is stored safely you should contact the Sustainability Department [email protected] for disposal advice, the cost of disposing of these batteries will be re-chargeable to the department. Never place lithium-ion batteries in the general waste bins or with other recyclable materials like card and plastics.

Where can I recycle a battery?

There should be a collection point at the premises for ‘portable’ batteries. These include AAA, AA and 9V batteries, battery packs, button batteries and rechargeable batteries, which can be found in a huge range of products. Basically, all batteries apart from those designed for vehicles or industrial use can be dropped off for recycling this way.

How do you dispose of a battery in the UK?

The battery must be surrounded by the inert material (sand or specialised silica). Avoid disposing of damaged batteries in general waste or recycling containers. In the UK, there are additional legal obligations on batteries from the Batteries & Accumulators (placing on the market) regulations 2008.

How do you dispose of a leaking battery?

To dispose of leaky batteries, you should first put them in a clear plastic bag and seal it to prevent anyone from coming into direct contact with these hazardous materials. Then you can dispose of the leaking batteries the same as any old batteries – in a battery recycling bin at a supermarket, recycling centre, or via collection.

How do I stop battery disposal problems?

Handled correctly, lithium batteries are a huge step up over other batteries, so it’s really important to make the correct decision when disposing of batteries. The best way to stop battery disposal problems is to cut down on the amount and frequency you dispose of them.

Where can I take a 'portable' battery?

You can take most waste batteries to your local supermarket, or any other big shop nearby that sells over 32 kg of batteries a year. There should be a collection point at the premises for ‘portable’ batteries.