Batteries Plus
Fees may apply
Accepts:
| Item Name | Details | |
|---|---|---|
| Light Bulb - Incandescent |
Incandescent light bulbs can safely be thrown away in the trash. DO NOT put lightbulbs in curbside recycling. Fluorescent bulbs (CFLs & tubes) include chemicals that make them unsafe to throw away. |
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| Light Bulb - Halogen |
Halogen light bulbs can safely be thrown away in the trash. DO NOT put lightbulbs in curbside recycling. Fluorescent bulbs (CFLs & tubes) include chemicals that make them unsafe to throw away. |
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| Light Bulb - Fluorescent Tube |
Fluorescent light bulbs and tubes contain mercury and require special recycling at drop-off locations listed below. Fees may apply; contact specific location before dropping off.
DO NOT put lightbulbs in curbside recycling. |
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| Light Bulb - CFL |
Compact fluorescent light bulbs (CFLs) and long fluorescent tubes contain mercury and require special recycling at drop-off locations listed below. Fees may apply; contact specific location before dropping off.
DO NOT put lightbulbs in curbside recycling. |
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| Light Bulb - LED |
LED light bulbs can safely be thrown away in the trash. DO NOT put lightbulbs in curbside recycling. Fluorescent bulbs (CFLs & tubes) include chemicals that make them unsafe to throw away. They should be dropped off at drop-off locations listed below. |
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| Battery, Rechargeable |
Rechargeable batteries should be properly disposed of as household hazardous waste at the following drop-off locations. Contact location for details of what can and cannot be accepted. These batteries contain heavy metals that can harm human health and the environment if not disposed of properly. Always tape the ends of rechargeable batteries with clear tape prior to dropping them off for recycling. Batteries should NEVER be included in curbside recycling or trash, as they can be highly flammable if not handled safely. You can learn more about battery dangers, proper storage and recycling at Larimer County's battery recycling webpage. View the Battery Recycling Guide. View information about business hazardous waste disposal options. |
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| Battery, Other |
There is a charge per pound on batteries. |
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| Battery, Lithium-Ion |
There is a charge per pound on batteries. |
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| Battery, Button |
There is a charge per pound on batteries. |
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| Battery, Alkaline |
There is a charge per pound on batteries. |
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| Automotive Battery |
Automotive batteries can be recycled at many auto repair shops or at the following drop-off locations. They contain lead which can be harmful to human health and the environment if not disposed of properly. |
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***DISCLAIMER***
The information provided in this tool is compiled as a service to Fort Collins Residents. Contact information has been provided for the listed locations, and it is encouraged that you call ahead to verify the location, materials accepted, and hours of operation. Inclusion in this list is not an endorsement by the City of Fort Collins.
Any recycler wishing to be added to this list may contact recycling@fcgov.com. If you can’t find the answer to your question here, please call us at 970-221-6600