EAD informs about the correct disposal of batteries and batteries
Every year on February 18, the battery day is celebrated in the USA - a strange but meaningful occasion. The background: It is the birthday of Alessandro Volta (1745 - 1827), the Italian physicist who created the basis for modern battery technology with the invention of Volta's pillar. Without his work, there would be no batteries in smartphones or batteries in remote controls.
Although the origins of this commemorative day are not precisely documented, the occasion is a good opportunity to point out the correct handling of old batteries and batteries . Because what many do not know: incorrectly disposed of batteries can damage the environment and health considerably.
Why batteries in Darmstadt are not allowed to go into household waste
The own company for municipal tasks and services of the science city of Darmstadt (EAD) uses the day of the battery to clarify the correct disposal.
“The proper disposal of lithium-ion batteries and batteries protects people and the environment from harmful ingredients. At the same time, the separate collection enables the recycling of valuable materials, ” says a press release by 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 because damaged copies can cause fires or explosions Therefore: Never dispose of batteries in household waste!
Battery collection points in Darmstadt: Here you can hand over old batteries
If you want to get rid of batteries or batteries, you can hand it over at the intended collection points free of charge.
Here the EAD accepts old batteries:
- Recyclinghof Sensfelderweg 33 (also for fixed batteries and smartphones)
- District administrations in Wixhausen, Arheilgen and Eberstadt
- More public buildings with battery collection points
retailers are to take out old batteries - such as supermarkets or electrical stores. Environmentally friendly disposal is an important contribution to the protection of people and nature - and an appropriate appreciation of Alessandro Volta's heir .
(Darmstadt - red)
Comprehensive information about batteries and batteries, the use and possible dangers as well as the correct disposal offer the battery withdrawal systems in Germany on www.batterie-zurueck.de
