Curbside GuideHow to get rid of batteries in Fresno, CA
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California requires recycling of household and rechargeable batteries. Fresno directs residents to the Fresno County HHW facility, HHW events, or listed local battery recyclers — not the trash cart.
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- Lithium-ion Rechargeable and lithium batter…
- Car battery Car batteries are listed as HHW
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- Household (AA, AAA, 9V)
- Single-use household batteries (radios, toys, etc.) must be recycled or taken to HHW / an approved recycler.
- Lithium-ion & rechargeable
- Rechargeable and lithium batteries go to HHW or approved drop-offs. Never put them in curbside carts.
- Car (lead-acid)
- Car batteries are listed as HHW — take them to Fresno County HHW or an approved drop-off.
- Fire safety / packing
- Use the City's Fresno Area Bulbs, Batteries & Paint Recyclers list, or Call2Recycle.
- Drop-off
- Fresno County Environmental Compliance / HHW: (559) 600-4259, [email protected]. City Recycling Hotline (559) 621-1111.
- Tip
- City pages stress that HHW dumped on the ground or in gutters can contaminate soil and groundwater.
Official source: www.fresno.gov
Helpful supplies
- Electrical terminal tape — Covering battery terminals helps keep loose batteries from sparking while you store or carry them to a drop-off.
- Battery storage case — Keeps used batteries sorted and separated until your next drop-off trip.
- Fireproof lithium battery bag — Holds lithium-ion and power-tool batteries safely while you wait for a drop-off day.
- Car battery carrier strap — Makes a heavy lead-acid battery easier to carry and keeps it upright.
- Acid-resistant gloves — Protects your hands when handling a car battery.
General tips from official sources
- To prevent fires from lithium-ion batteries, tape battery terminals and/or place batteries in separate plastic bags, and never put them in household garbage or recycling bins. (www.epa.gov)
- Batteries can have enough energy to injure or start fires even when used and when they appear to be discharged. (www.epa.gov)
- Lead-acid (car) batteries may contain up to 18 pounds of lead and about a gallon of corrosive sulfuric acid. Return them to a battery retailer or a household hazardous waste collection program. (www.epa.gov)
- Removable rechargeable batteries can go to specialized battery recyclers, participating retailers that offer battery take-back, or local household hazardous waste programs. (www.epa.gov)
FAQ
How do I get rid of batteries in Fresno?
California requires recycling of household and rechargeable batteries. Fresno directs residents to the Fresno County HHW facility, HHW events, or listed local battery recyclers — not the trash cart.
Can I throw AA, AAA or 9-volt batteries in the trash in Fresno?
Single-use household batteries (radios, toys, etc.) must be recycled or taken to HHW / an approved recycler.
What do I do with lithium-ion and rechargeable batteries in Fresno?
Rechargeable and lithium batteries go to HHW or approved drop-offs. Never put them in curbside carts.
How do I get rid of a car battery in Fresno?
Car batteries are listed as HHW — take them to Fresno County HHW or an approved drop-off.
How should I pack batteries for disposal?
Use the City's Fresno Area Bulbs, Batteries & Paint Recyclers list, or Call2Recycle.
Where can I drop off batteries in Fresno?
Fresno County Environmental Compliance / HHW: (559) 600-4259, [email protected]. City Recycling Hotline (559) 621-1111.