Waste Dive
13 May 2026
EPA pitches Congress on best practices for recycling batteries
Why It Matters for ITAD
This regulatory development could affect compliance requirements for ITAD operators. New technologies may create opportunities or challenges for equipment processing.
A report to lawmakers highlights how waste companies, municipalities and states are diverting batteries from disposal. It’s part of a larger agency initiative to study battery recycling in effort to raise recycling rates and reduce fires.
Key Takeaways
- • EPA pitches Congress on best practices for recycling batteries.
