Safe Disposal for Lithium Batteries

Charlottesville just got a game-changing solution for lithium battery disposal—now you can safely drop off these fire hazards at the Ivy Solid Waste and Recycling Center. These batteries, found in phones, laptops, and more, can ignite at over 1,800 degrees if damaged. The new facility features a fireproof storage unit and accepts whole devices (in a 5-gallon bucket) or loose batteries. Partnered with Arcwood Environmental for recycling, the program costs the authority $135K annually but is free for residents. Look for “Lithium,” “Li-ion,” or “CR/RCR” markings—and if you see a Class 9 label, it’s likely lithium. Don’t risk your home or landfill—get these out safely today. Support the show:Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/46fc9aa72f13d6a5