Batteries
Where can batteries be recycled in Snohomish County?
Recycling Facilities in Snohomish County (for residential use only):
https://www.snohomishcountywa.gov/465/Facility-Locations#household
Lowes & Home Depot accept rechargeable batteries only: https://corporate.lowes.com/newsroom/stories/fresh-thinking/3-easy-ways-help-recycle-rechargeable-batteries
Where can batteries be recycled in King County?
Household Hazardous Waste Disposal Facilities in King County: https://www.seattle.gov/utilities/your-services/collection-and-disposal/garbage/hazardous-waste-items/where-to-dispose-of-hazardous-waste
More articles about recycling batteries:
Snohomish County:
https://www.themunicipal.com/2024/01/snohomish-county-program-diverts-batteries-from-landfills/
King County:
https://crosscut.com/environment/2022/09/complicated-process-recycling-batteries-washington-state
“Rechargeable batteries like nickel, lithium-ion, and lead batteries can be recycled into silverware, pots and pans, stainless steel and even new batteries. Single-use alkaline and lithium batteries can also be recycled into steel, with the former ending up in products as varied as road asphalt and sunscreen.”
Learn about household batteries from the EPA, including a chart of different types.