Batteries

Rechargeable, button and lithium batteries are accepted for recycling at the following locations at no charge.

  • Public Works Office
    623 Sheridan St., Port Townsend, Mon. – Fri., 8 am – 5 pm.
  • Transfer Station (Environmental Center in Recycling area)
    325 County Landfill Rd.,
    Port Townsend,
    Tues. – Sat., 9 am – 4:30 pm.
  • Quilcene Drop Box,
    295312 HWY 101, Quilcene, Tues./Thurs./Sat., 9 am – 4:30 pm (closed Noon – 12:30 pm.)

 

Recycle automotive and ‘wet cell’ lead-acid batteries at:

  • Peninsula Recycling – 4711 S Discovery Rd., Port Townsend
  • Transfer Station – Disposal fees apply. 325 County Landfill Rd, Port Townsend, Mon. – Sat., 9am – 4:30pm.
  • Quilcene Drop Box – Disposal fees apply. 295312 Highway 101, Quilcene, Tues./Thurs./Sat., 9am – 4:30pm (closed Noon – 12:30 pm.)

 

Alkaline batteries are not recyclable.

  • Place fully discharged alkaline batteries in the trash.
  • If not fully discharged, cover terminal ends with tape or wrap each battery in plastic and then place in trash.