Broward County, Florida – Broward County is reminding residents and retailers that old batteries should not be tossed into regular trash or recycling bins, warning that improper disposal can create both environmental risks and serious fire hazards.
The reminder comes as the County moves forward with Ordinance No. 2026-09, which establishes new rules for the safe collection and recycling of certain batteries. The requirements, now part of Sections 14-150 through 14-153 of the Broward County Code of Ordinances, took effect May 1, 2026.
At the center of the effort is Broward County’s Battery Collection and Recycling Program, administered by the County’s Solid Waste and Recycling Services. The program creates a free, in-store way for consumers to recycle select batteries, including lithium-ion batteries, button-cell batteries, rechargeable batteries and other specialized care batteries…