Feb. 4
The Rechargeable Battery Recycling Corp. collected 9.6% more batteries in
2008 over the previous year through its Call2Recycle program.
It recovered 6.9 million pounds of rechargeable batteries in 2008. Several
factors led to the increase, including the RBRC expanding it collection
program to include a new battery chemistry, said Carl Smith, CEO of the RBRC.
"But more than anything, continuous support and ongoing involvement from our
retail, consumer and community partners has helped us grow our collection
efforts year over year," he said.
Contact Waste & Recycling News reporter Joe Truini at 330-865-6166 or
jtruini@crain.com
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