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Keep Batteries Out of Landfills

Items containing batteries are not accepted for waste disposal at the Waste Recovery Centre (Vivian Place, Tāhunanui), but there is a free drop off for loose batteries to be recycled.

Batteries, particularly lithium-ion (LI) batteries from personal devices such as smartphones and computers contain hazardous materials and are a leading cause of fires in landfills and compactor trucks. Keep batteries out of landfills and rubbish trucks. Fires caused by electronic waste are a growing problem – when refuse is compacted or crushed, the batteries can be damaged and cause fires, posing a serious risk.

Free loose battery drop-off points

Don't bin batteries!

Single use and rechargeable loose batteries up to the size of a power tool battery pack can be dropped off free of charge for recycling at the Waste Recovery Centre. The Nelson Environment Centre (located next to the Waste Recovery Centre) also accepts loose batteries for recycling (a small fee usually applies). Small quantities of batteries can also be dropped off at the Council Customer Service Centre.

There are free battery drop-off points at the following places:

To improve the life of your batteries, use rechargeable batteries where possible, or choose better quality batteries which last longer (please note that rechargeable batteries are not suitable for some applications such as smoke alarms or emergency torches). Always follow the charging instructions and use the correct charging plugs and cables, as incorrect charging is a common cause of fires.

If your workplace uses significant amounts of batteries, check options from specialist companies and waste providers for safe recycling and disposal services.

Marine flares

  • Flares past their use-by date can be dropped off free of charge at the Nelson Marina office (8am/6pm) for safe disposal
  • Marine suppliers may also have flare drop-off option

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