Jan. 18

A veterans hospital in Albuquerque, N.M., expects to increase the recycling of lead batteries by joining the National Partnership for Environmental Priorities.

The Raymond G. Murphy Veterans Medical Center expects to increase its recycling of lead batteries from 640 pounds to 1,000 pounds by September by joining the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency partnership program.

The voluntary program has 262 public and private members nationwide and has a goal to reduce, reuse or recycle 31 different chemicals and metals.

"One of our highest priorities is to make significant progress in assuring the safety of chemicals in our environment," said EPA Regional Administrator Al Armendariz. "By joining this program, the Veterans Medical Center is helping eliminate chemicals and inspiring others to do the same."

Contact Waste & Recycling News senior reporter Jim Johnson at 937-964-1289 or jpjohnson@crain.com

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