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Battery Recycling & Drop-off
9,792 recycling and drop-off locations across 49 states. Pick your state to see cities.
9,792locations
49states
152city pages
1,037e-bike or battery specialists
Not every recycling center accepts lithium-ion batteries. Always call ahead, and never put e-bike batteries in curbside bins.
Locations by state
Frequently asked questions
Where can I recycle an e-bike battery?
Battery retailers, household hazardous waste (HHW) facilities and many bike shops in the Battery Network e-bike program take lithium-ion e-bike batteries. Call ahead: general recycling centers often do not accept them.
Can I put a lithium-ion battery in the trash?
No. Lithium-ion batteries in trash and curbside bins cause fires in garbage trucks and sorting facilities. In California it is illegal to throw away any battery.
How do I prepare a battery for drop-off?
Tape over the terminals or put the battery in its own clear plastic bag. If it is swollen, damaged or hot, keep it outside in a metal container or sand and tell the facility before you bring it.