Batteries contain heavy metals and other potentially harmful elements, requiring disposal in an environmentally responsible manner. Many of the components of batteries can be recycled and most local Councils or community recycling facilities will provide a recycling service. Your local Council website is a good place to start when looking for places to recycle your batteries.
Further information on where to recycle:
Planet Ark: Recycling Near You - http://recyclingnearyou.com.au/batteries/
A search tool has been established by Planet Ark, providing a location based search for battery recycling facilities. This forms part of the Australian Battery Recycling Initiative, consisting of battery manufacturers, environmental groups, retailers, and government bodies.
Planet Ark: Business Recycling - http://businessrecycling.com.au/
Planet Ark also hosts a business recycling service search. For batteries, simply search under the “Electrical Equipment” category, then choose the battery type and desired location.
Batteryback (VIC) - http://www.sustainability.vic.gov.au/services-and-advice/households/waste-and-recycling/batteryback
Sustainability Victoria offers a free program by the Victorian Government, available locally around Victoria.
SITA’s Battery Recycling Program - http://www.sita.com.au/commercial-solutions/resource-recovery-recycling/battery-recycling1/
A joint venture program, SITA can be contacted on 13 13 35 to organise recycling of your batteries, offering collection boxes and solutions for larger commercial sites.
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