Battery Recycling - Powered By London Recycling Limited
It is estimated that in 2000, almost 19,000 tonnes of waste general purpose batteries and 113,000 tonnes of waste automotive batteries required disposal in the UK. The average household uses 21 batteries a year.
Whilst the exact chemical make-up varies from type to type, most batteries contain heavy metals, which are the main cause for environmental concern. When disposed of incorrectly, these heavy metals may leak into the ground when the battery casing corrodes. This can contribute to soil and water pollution and endanger wildlife.
Whilst the exact chemical make-up varies from type to type, most batteries contain heavy metals, which are the main cause for environmental concern. When disposed of incorrectly, these heavy metals may leak into the ground when the battery casing corrodes. This can contribute to soil and water pollution and endanger wildlife.
The Service
- Collections on an as required basis
- Simply give us a ring when your collection tube/caddy is full and we will come to collect it
- Several types of container are available to collect your used batteries, including eye catching, transparent, free standing collection containers and sturdy caddies
- Posters are availble to help advertise the scheme and to encourage staff to use the scheme
Please contact Deborah Dance on 020 7511 8000 for further information on this service.
