Household Batteries

All batteries are landfill-banned.
​The Eco Depot accepts most batteries. See our A-Z Disposal Guide for solar system & EV lithium battery outlets.
Eco Depot Accepts for FREE: 
  • Sealed lead acid up to 25lbs
  • Other batteries up to 11lbs
  • Undamaged lithium under 2,000 watt-hours
Other Special Recycling Outlets Accept for FREE:​
  • Any battery up to 11lbs
  • ​Undamaged lithium under 300 watt-hours
Battery Chemistries & Types:
  • Primary/Single Use: Alkaline (Alk), Carbon Zinc
  •  Rechargeable:
    • Nickle Metal Hydride (Ni-MH) or Nickel-Cadmium (Ni-Cad)
    • Lithium (Li) or Lithium Ion- fire/explosion hazard if damaged ​​
​Batteries may be removable. Lithium batteries are often embedded in devices like: phones, dog collars, GPS's, hearing aids, power tools, smoke detectors, toys, remotes, cell phones, CPAP's, headlamps, watches, key fobs, portable speakers, electric toothbrushes, etc. 
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Different household batteries that are FREE to dispose of in VT.

Store batteries in a cool dry place in a non-metal container. Follow safety tips for Lithium batteries.

Lithium Battery Safety Tips

Most embedded batteries are Lithium. 
  • ​Never put batteries or the items they are embedded in into the trash or recycle bin.
  • Cover exposed nodes or wires with clear packing tape to prevent contact with batteries or metal.
  • Never puncture or apply pressure
  • If damaged or swollen, bury in non-flammable material (sand or clay kitty litter) in a waterproof container and store outside away from buildings until you can bring to the Eco Depot (fees apply). 
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Examples of Damaged/Defective/Recalled (DDR) lithium batteries, which are fire hazards. They have a small fee for safe disposal.