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WM adds batteries to its recycling ban due to fire risks at recycling facilities.

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15 Jun 2026
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WM, North America's largest recycler, has added batteries to its Recycle Right® list of items banned from recycling and trash bins because they pose significant fire risks. The National Waste & Recycling Association estimates about 5,000 battery-related fires occur annually at recycling facilities nationwide, threatening workers and communities. WM urges consumers to properly dispose of batteries, including alkaline and lithium-ion types, through designated drop-off locations to prevent fires and injuries. This move aims to enhance safety and reduce fire incidents linked to improper battery disposal in recycling processes.

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