The following types of batteries may be placed in the designated battery recycling bins.  The images below have been provided solely for reference, so keep in mind the battery you have may vary in appearance.  For battery types not listed below, please contact Risk Management & Safety at 334-740-1267.

Regardless of battery type, batteries should NOT come in contact with any liquids.  Should a fire occur call 911 and ONLY use a fire extinguisher to handle the emergency.

PLEASE NOTE: Due to costs associated with recycling, only batteries used in the course of university operations and those produced by resident students should be placed into the bins.  If you would like to recycle personal batteries and live in the City of Auburn, you may do so at the RecycleAuburn center.

Alkaline

Carbon Zinc

Lead/Lead Acid

Lithium Ion

Nickel Cadmium

Nickel Metal Hydride

For questions, comments, and service needs related to battery recycling, please contact:

Office of Sustainability | sustain@auburn.edu | 334-844-7777

Risk Management & Safety | sms0081@auburn.edu | 334-740-1267

For questions, comments, and service related to all other recycling, please contact:

Waste Reduction & Recycling Department | aureuse@auburn.edu | 334-844-9461

For personal battery recycling within the City of Auburn, please contact:

City of Auburn Environmental Services | webenvirsvc@auburnalabama.org | 334-501-3080

For emergency situations, dial 911.

The Auburn University Battery Recycling Program is available to faculty, staff, and students living in on-campus residence halls. The program is intended to support university operations and campus residential communities.

The standard battery bins measure 10 in x 10 in.

Battery bins are collected monthly during the fall and spring semesters, with a single collection over the summer. If a bin fills up or needs attention before its scheduled pickup, submit the Bin Pick-Up Form to request service at any time.

If you encounter a full bin or notice that a location needs service, please submit a service request by completing the Bin Pick-Up Form. 

Do not place leaking or damaged batteries in the recycling bin. Avoid handling the battery directly if possible. Contact Risk Management & Safety (RMS)  for proper guidance. If there is an immediate safety concern (such as smoke or fire), call 911.

While we accept most battery types, some may require special handling and are not accepted in standard collection bins. These include large automotive batteries, industrial batteries, or batteries that are leaking or damaged. Please contact Risk Management and Safety for guidance on the proper disposal of specialty or large-scale battery waste.

Residents living off campus are encouraged to use local community recycling resources. The City of Auburn Environmental Services Department provides battery recycling options at designated collection sites. Please visit the City of Auburn’s website for current drop-off locations and guidelines.

No. There is no cost for eligible campus participants to recycle batteries through the Auburn University Battery Recycling Program.  The service is provided by Risk Management & Safety and the Office of Sustainability, with both units providing staffing and financial support.