Battery Waste Management
At the Centre for Citizens Conserving Environment & Management (CECIC), we're tackling the growing crisis of battery waste through sustainable management practices.
Get InvolvedThe Battery Waste Crisis
Mounting Waste
Millions of batteries end up in landfills each year, creating hazardous waste sites that contaminate soil and water sources.
Toxic Contamination
Batteries contain heavy metals like lead, cadmium, and mercury that leach into the environment, posing serious health risks.
Unsafe Recycling
Informal recycling operations often use dangerous methods that expose workers and communities to toxic substances.
Why Battery Waste Management Matters
Toxic Materials
Batteries often contain heavy metals such as lead, mercury, cadmium, and lithium. If discarded carelessly, these substances leach into soil and water, poisoning ecosystems and endangering human health.
Waste & Pollution
Millions of batteries are disposed of every year, with only a small fraction recycled. This creates mounting piles of hazardous waste that disproportionately affect vulnerable communities.
Resource Depletion
Mining raw materials for batteries contributes to deforestation, habitat destruction, and unsafe labor practices in many regions.
The Reality of Battery Waste
Massive battery waste piles in dumping sites
Informal battery recycling operations
Environmental contamination from battery waste
Our Impact
Our Sustainable Battery Management Approach
Education & Awareness
We empower communities with practical knowledge on battery safety, storage, and disposal through workshops, training, and outreach programs.
Promoting Recycling & Circular Economy
We work with partners to promote community-level recycling initiatives while advocating for larger-scale recycling infrastructure.
Championing Clean Alternatives
We support research, innovation, and adoption of cleaner, safer, and more sustainable battery alternatives.
Policy & Advocacy
We work with policymakers to push for stronger regulations, extended producer responsibility, and national recycling strategies.
How You Can Get Involved
Learn & Share Knowledge
Access our educational resources to understand battery impacts and spread awareness in your community.
Recycle Responsibly
Participate in local recycling initiatives and encourage others to properly dispose of used batteries.
Support Clean Energy
Advocate for renewable energy systems that integrate sustainable storage solutions and reduce environmental harm.
Partner with Us
Businesses, NGOs, and policymakers are invited to collaborate with us on programs that advance sustainable energy.
Together for a Sustainable Future
The global transition to renewable energy cannot succeed if it comes at the expense of human health and ecosystems. By managing batteries responsibly, we can turn them into a force for sustainability rather than a source of pollution.
Join Our Mission