As part of the city's ongoing efforts to make sustainable living easier, we’re now offering a convenient way to recycle your batteries: drop-off bins at the Georgina Cole Library and the Carlsbad City Library on Dove Lane. 

Batteries may seem harmless, but they contain toxic materials that can leak into the environment or cause fires when tossed in the trash. That’s why they’re a type of household hazardous waste and need to be handled carefully.

Look for the battery-collection bins near the library entrances or ask at the help desk. You can drop off AA, AAA, 9-volt, C and D batteries (non-rechargeable only). 

Please don’t leave batteries outside or try to recycle other battery types here. This program is for household batteries only. 

Two other ways to recycle household batteries: 

1. Place them in a clear zip-top bag and set it on top of your blue recycling cart on collection day
2. Drop them off at the Palomar Transfer Station Recycling Center at 5960 El Camino Real

Recycling lithium or rechargeable batteries

• Drop them off at the Household Hazardous Waste Facility, 1145 East Taylor St., Vista, Saturdays, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. (free for Carlsbad residents)
• Schedule a curbside pickup for $10 by calling 800-714-1195 (free for residents 65+)

Learn more

More information
Household Hazardous Waste webpage
Republic Services Carlsbad website