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shanikala...

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Does anyone know what you're supposed to do with batteries when they're dead?

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nushka

June 16, 2009 08:22 PM | view on twitter

Here is what I've found in this website:
http://www.grinningplanet.com/2004/12-21/battery-recycling-article.htm

"Today's standard household batteries—the AA's, AAA's, C's, D's, and 9-volts that you pick up at the supermarket or drug store—have been re-engineered so that the components in them are of low toxicity, making them safe to dispose of with your normal trash."

"For mercury-containing batteries and button batteries, check out recycling options in your locale using Earth911's handy locator tool, or call them at 1-800-CLEANUP. You can also check with your local government office of recycling or municipal waste."

http://earth911.com/recycling/
http://earth911.com/hazardous/single-use-batteries/
http://earth911.com/hazardous/single-use-batteries/tips-on-recycling-single-use-batteries/

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stanar

June 21, 2009 11:22 AM

I would also recommend rechargeable batteries.

In 2001, I bought 32 rechargeable batteries - 16 AA/16 AAA and I havent bought any alkaline batteries since then. I saved a lot of money (need to calculate how much) and also waste.

http://www.begreenminded.com/2008/10/alkaline-vs-rechargeable-batteries/

http://www.greenbatteries.com/batterymyths.html

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stanar

June 21, 2009 11:32 AM

Edit: Of course I got some alkaline batteries that came with the electronics I bought which I just dont use it, but might use if I need to.

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