Problems With Poor Car Battery Disposal

There has been a massive increase in the demand for batteries. Electronic devices such as cellphones, laptops, digital cameras, and all other modern necessities require batteries to run. Motor vehicles are also a prime source of batteries that are being used worldwide. Although the demand for batteries is ever-increasing, once it has served its purpose, be sure NOT to throw batteries away in dangerous places. Understanding the hazardous potential of  disposing of batteries improperly, and knowing how to do Poor Car Battery disposal of batteries properly can be extremely beneficial for the environment of the world.

The Many Harmful Effects of Poor Battery Disposal 

When old batteries are placed into the rubbish bin, they end up in landfills where they decay and leak. As batteries corrode, their chemicals soak into the soil and contaminate groundwater and surface water. Our ecosystems, which contain thousands of aquatic plants and animals, are compromised when filled with battery chemicals. This means that when we drink from tap water faucets, we could be ingesting dangerous metals.

Exposing the environment to lead and strong corrosive acids found in batteries can cause burns and dangers to our eyes and skin. Toxic metals like nickel and cadmium found in batteries are known human carcinogens. Carcinogens are any substance, radiation, or radionuclide that acts as an agent that causes cancer. When these agents interact with our air and water, we risk developing cancerous disabilities.

Another toxic metal that can be found in batteries is lead, which has been linked to severe medical issues like developmental & neurological damage and congenital disabilities. Your car battery uses lead and acid to retain a long-lasting and reliable charge. Both of these materials can pose a serious risk to the environment and your health. A sealed battery is safe to handle, but improperly disposing of a battery is dangerous.

By recycling your automotive batteries, you are cleaning up the environment while also putting some equity into your local environment. So be sure to dispose your old car battery in the correct manner, at SW Batteries we can accept your old battery and have it recycled as per the Australian Batteries Recycling Initiative.