[SATLUG] Battery Disposal Advice

[Borries Demeler]

When we bought replacement batteries online for our APC ups we
got a free shipping coupon to return the old ones.

-b.
> 
> 
> On Thu, 26 Apr 2007 09:06:10 -0500, "Jonathan Hull" <masterr at gmail.com> wrote:
> > I would also like to know this. I have a box full of various old batteries
> > from laptops and things and would like to dispose of them properly.
> > 
> > Also, what about disposing of old hardware? I know some hardware contains
> > lead and mercury, so I would like to dispose of some old hardware properly
> > as well too.
> 
> Most land fills will accept hazardous materials for special processing. This includes electronics and battery disposal. You will have to pay a small fee, but it's better than throwing the stuff in a dumpster.
> 
> Additionally, you can check out the site below. It may help you locate a business that accepts them.
> 
> http://texas.earth911.org/master.asp?s=lib&a=electronics/bat_index.asp
> 
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