Collect and Recycle

Battery Recycling and Disposal For Businesses

Commercial Battery Disposal For Your Company

01. Contact Our Team

Contact our team regarding the type of battery waste and recycling you need collected. Please include details on the quantity, material, location and contact details.

02. Receive A Quote

We will then provide you with a quote for your battery collection. Our team can then arrange a collection day to suit your businesses schedule.

03. We Collect Your Waste

Our specialist waste carriers will then collect the batteries and transport them to licensed recycling centres. The waste will be reused or recycled.

Our Compliance

We are specialists in hazardous waste, with an ADR-verified logistics team. Your commercial waste will be safely disposed of, with our team providing full duty of care paperwork, including hazardous waste consignment notes.

Our Experience

We have many years of experience in hazardous waste management and recycling. Collect and Recycle uses a verified haulage network, with fully trained, experienced operatives.

Our Values

We are committed to providing environmentally-friendly services. Through our intelligent logistics network, we optimise collection routes to reduce C02 output.

Our Battery Recycling Services

Our waste management and recycling team collects a range of batteries. With our recycling and disposal service, we can help your business reduce your carbon footprint and transport waste to licensed recycling plants. From recycling lithium-ion batteries to lead acid batteries, our service caters to a wide range of battery types:

Commercial Battery Recycling In The UK

Get in touch for the responsible recycling of battery waste. We recycle batteries nationwide for various business types.

Battery Waste Collection Case Study

Inventory Management Business

We organised and carried out a secure collection of 1,400 faulty lithium battery packs, transporting them to fully licensed hazardous waste facilities. Our certified procedures ensure safe handling of potentially volatile materials.

BATTERY STORAGE

Battery Boxes and Containers

We provide battery boxes and containers for our clients to store waste. Once filled, our team can collect these containers and transport the batteries safely. Our products can cater to various types of batteries and volumes.

Our UN-certified barrels can be filled with lithium-ion batteries to eliminate the risk of fires. These containers are then collected by our ADR-trained drivers and transported to licensed recycling facilities.

The Environmental Benefits of Battery Recycling

It is estimated that we throw away over 600 million batteries a year in the UK. By recycling batteries, we can help reduce pollution, conserve natural resources, and prevent hazardous waste from harming the environment. Valuable materials such as lithium, cobalt, and nickel can all be recovered and reused, reducing the demand on mining for resources. Proper disposal also prevents toxic chemicals from contaminating soil and water, supporting a cleaner and safer ecosystem.

Once collected, batteries are sorted by type and sent to specialised recycling facilities. There, they undergo processes like shredding and chemical treatment to extract reusable metals and materials. These recovered materials are then repurposed for new batteries or other products, reducing waste and supporting a circular economy. 

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What Products Do We Commonly Collect Batteries From?

Electric Vehicles and Bikes

Lithium batteries are the popular choice to power EVs and ebikes. When discarding, lithium batteries must be handled by a professional team to ensure safety. We have vast experience disposing of and recycling this waste.

Solar Panels

Solar powered systems commonly use lithium-ion batteries. We collect waste from renewable energy products, ensuring they continue to provide green solutions.

Portables and Electronics

Our team collects and recycles batteries from a range of portable electronics, including mobile phones and laptops. We also collect batteries from computer waste and other WEEE items.

Medical Equipment

A range of battery types can be found in medical equipment which require safe disposal at the end of their life. We provide healthcare businesses with a safe, secure service.

Vapes

We can help businesses dispose of vapes and their batteries safely. This includes large volumes from businesses such as manufacturers and retailers.

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Book A Collection For Battery Disposal and Recycling

If you are a business in the UK with large volumes of waste batteries, get in touch with our team today. We can collect lead acid, NiMH, alkaline, dry cell and lithium ion battery recycling.

Please note, we do not provide services for household batteries from domestic use. Please find your nearest disposal or collection point for safe disposal.

FAQs

Can I Put Batteries In General Waste Bins?

No, you should not dispose of batteries in your general rubbish bins. Batteries contain hazardous materials such as heavy metals which can harm the environment and pose health risks.

What Are The Rules For Battery Waste In The UK?

There are specific regulations governing battery disposal. These regulations aim to minimise the environmental impact of batteries by ensuring proper collection, treatment, recycling, and disposal. The rules vary depending on the type of battery—portable, industrial, or automotive—and the role of the entity handling them.

Are Batteries Electronic Waste?

Batteries are classified as hazardous waste in the UK due to the presence of harmful substances, such as lithium, lead, and cadmium, which can be toxic to both the environment and human health if not disposed of correctly. Waste batteries, including lithium-ion, rechargeable, and other types, are subject to strict disposal regulations under the Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) directive and The Hazardous Waste (England and Wales) Regulations 2005.