All types of batteries are collected nationwide by KMK Metals Recycling.
On behalf of WEEE Ireland, a team of battery collection agents collect from retail outlets, participating businesses and schools. WEEE Ireland provide battery collection boxes - please visit WEEE Ireland for more information.
Lithium Batteries: Caution
KMK urges all stakeholders in battery collections to exercise caution when handling batteries but in particular lithium batteries. Please tape pole ends to avoid potential short circuits.
Please isolate any batteries which may be defective i.e - overheating, leaking or bulging in particular lithium polymer (as found in smartphone and tablets).