Murrindindi Shire Council is delighted to report a significant increase in battery recycling, with a 145% rise at the Alexandra Resource Recovery Centre, equating to an additional 436 kg of batteries diverted from landfill over the past year.
This growth reflects the community's enthusiastic response to Council's 'Never Bin Your Batteries' campaign, which encourages residents to dispose of batteries responsibly.
The campaign has resonated strongly with the community, raising awareness of the environmental benefits of proper battery disposal and the dangers of placing batteries in household bins, where they can cause fires in collection trucks and landfill sites.
Murrindindi Shire Council's Sustainability and Assets Portfolio Councillor Sue Carpenter welcomed the result.
"Batteries don't belong in bins, and we're pleased to see more people using the battery drop-off points at its Resource Recovery Centres in Alexandra, Marysville, Yea, Eildon, and Kinglake. Many local supermarkets also provide drop off points for batteries, including Alexandra, Yea and Eildon FoodWorks, and Marysville Grocer."
"A huge well done to everyone who has made a concerted effort to do the right thing. This impressive increase in battery recycling shows the power of community action. By disposing of your batteries correctly, you're helping keep our community and environment safe. Let's keep up the good work!", Cr Carpenter added.
Council will continue to support and promote responsible battery recycling practices.
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