With Earth Day falling in April, Patch has put together a series of resources to make recycling easier for you and your neighbors all over the Montgomery County area.
For those looking to get rid of unwated or expired batteries, there are more options than you might think.
Household Batteries (A, AA, AAA, C, D, 9v)
The good news with most household batteries is that you can throw them out, if you so choose. The issues with throwing these kinds of batteries out in years past was due to their mercury content. However, since mercury in most household batteries has been phased out thanks to the Battery Managment Act of 1996, they are now safe for regular disposal.
(Be aware, this is just for A, AA, AAA, C, D, and 9v batteries. All other types need to be recycled.)
Which isn't to say you shouldn't recycle them. Here are some places where you can safely get rid of them.
Whole Foods Markets offer battery drop-off points in their stores for recycling.
- Whole Foods in Wynnewood
- Whole Foods in Devon
- Whole Foods in Plymouth Meeting
- Whole Foods in Glen Mills
Rechargeable Batteries
Best Buy: Area Best Buys will accept two electronic items a day, including rechargeable batteries. Check the following locations for recycling:
Office Depot: Office Depot accepts rechargeable batteries. Customers must purchase special recycling boxes from the store (between $5 and $15, depending on size) to dispose of items.
Button Cell Batteries
- Montgomery County holds a number of recycling events that accept all battery types, which fall under their "household waste" distinction. Check their info on hazardous household waste here.