PENNSYLVANIA—Pennsylvania residents are doing their part to protect the environment, and it’s showing! In 2017, Pennsylvanians recycled an impressive 400,000 pounds of batteries, preventing these potentially harmful materials from ending up in landfills. This impressive effort contributed to a national total of 8 million pounds of batteries recycled through the Call2Recycle program.
Pennsylvania Powers Up Battery Recycling: Over 400,000 Pounds Diverted from Landfills!
Why is Battery Recycling Important?
Batteries, especially rechargeable ones like lithium-ion batteries found in cellphones, laptops, and power tools, contain valuable materials that can be recovered and reused. More importantly, they also contain substances that can be harmful to the environment if they leach into the soil and water.
The Rise of Rechargeable Batteries:
With the increasing popularity of electronic devices, the use of rechargeable batteries has skyrocketed. Consider these statistics:
- 95% of Americans own a cellphone.
- Nearly 50% own e-readers or tablets.
This means more batteries are entering our waste stream than ever before. Proper recycling is crucial to prevent environmental damage and conserve valuable resources.
Call2Recycle: Making Recycling Easy
Call2Recycle, North America’s leading consumer battery recycling program, makes it easy for Pennsylvanians to recycle their batteries. With thousands of drop-off locations across the state, including retail stores, businesses, and municipal facilities, there’s a convenient option for everyone.
Pennsylvania: A Recycling Leader
Thanks to the commitment of its residents and the accessibility of Call2Recycle, Pennsylvania ranked as the #7 state for battery recycling in 2017. This is something to be proud of!
How You Can Help:
- Gather your used batteries: This includes single-use alkaline batteries, rechargeable batteries, and even cell phone batteries.
- Find a drop-off location: Visit the Call2Recycle website (www.call2recycle.org) to locate a convenient drop-off location near you.
- Spread the word: Encourage your friends, family, and neighbors to recycle their batteries too!
By taking these simple steps, you can help Pennsylvania continue to be a leader in battery recycling and contribute to a healthier planet.
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