EAD provides information on the correct disposal of batteries and accumulators
Every year on February 18th, the USA celebrates Battery Day – a curious but significant occasion. The reason: It's the birthday of Alessandro Volta (1745–1827), the Italian physicist who laid the foundation for modern battery technology with his invention of the voltaic pile. Without his work, there would be no batteries in smartphones or remote controls.
Although the origins of this day of remembrance are not precisely documented, the occasion is a good opportunity to highlight the proper handling of used batteries and rechargeable batteries . Because what many people don't know is that improperly disposed of batteries can seriously harm the environment and human health.
Why batteries are not allowed in household waste in Darmstadt
The municipal services department of the city of Darmstadt (EAD) is using Battery Day to raise awareness about proper disposal.
"The correct disposal of lithium-ion batteries protects people and the environment from harmful substances. At the same time, separate collection enables the recycling of valuable materials," according to a press release from City Treasurer André Schellenberg , who is responsible for the EAD.
Many batteries contain toxic heavy metals or flammable substances. Lithium-ion batteries are particularly critical, as damaged ones fires or explosions . Therefore: Never dispose of batteries in household waste!
Battery collection points in Darmstadt: Here you can dispose of used batteries
Anyone wishing to dispose of batteries or rechargeable batteries can drop them off free of charge at the designated collection points.
The EAD accepts used batteries here:
- Recycling center Sensfelderweg 33 (also for permanently installed batteries and smartphones)
- District administrations in Wixhausen, Arheilgen and Eberstadt
- Other public buildings with battery collection points
retailers are to take back used batteries – for example, supermarkets or electronics stores. Environmentally sound disposal is an important contribution to protecting people and nature – and a fitting tribute to Alessandro Volta's legacy .
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Comprehensive information about batteries and rechargeable batteries, their use and potential hazards, as well as proper disposal, is available from the battery take-back systems in Germany at www.batterie-zurueck.de
