Charging Change

Fact

Rechargeable batteries last three to four times longer per charge and give you up to three years more use than single-use batteries. Plus, they can be used in a number of products around the house, including remote controls, digital cameras and alarm clocks.  Worried about the extra expense? Any additional cost to buy rechargeable batteries will be offset by how many uses you can get from each. Rechargeable batteries are also easier to recycle.

Get Started

• Do a battery audit. Go through your house and write down every item that uses single-use batteries. Set a goal date and exchange your single-use for rechargeable batteries one item at time. This way, the cost is spread out
• Recycle your old single-use! Programs like Battery Solutions will take all types of batteries back for recycling
• Check the individual before tossing the bunch. Invest in a battery tester and try each battery before you throw it away – one bad battery could spoil your charge

Become a Pro

• Next time you purchase someone a battery-operated gift, go the extra step to include rechargeable batteries
• Send away for a recycling kit from Battery Solutions for your office. Tell your co-workers to simply bring their dead batteries with them to work. This saves a trip to a store and gets the word out about battery recycling