EPA is seeking comments from ASTSWMO in accordance with the Federal Consultation process provided by Executive Order 13132. ASTSWMO’s Hazardous Waste Subcommittee and Lithium Battery Workgroup are ...

Reliable, regulation-conscious battery recycling programs help organizations manage universal waste responsibly, reduce ...

As lithium-based batteries become more prevalent in everything from electric vehicles (EVs) to industrial-scale batteries, as well as e-scooters and personal electronics, more questions arise ...

The State of Connecticut has adopted the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency's rule governing the management of certain hazardous wastes. Although still considered "hazardous," these items are used ...

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Universal wastes are waste streams that meet the definition of a hazardous waste but are very common and can be easily recycled. Universal waste includes: Batteries Pesticides Mercury-containing ...

The purpose of this guideline is to provide users of lithium-ion (Li-ion) and lithium polymer (LiPo) cells and battery packs with comprehensive information to safely handle them under normal and ...