In modern everyday life, batteries are found almost everywhere - in vehicles, electronics, energy systems, and many other devices. However, once a battery reaches the end of its life cycle, it is no longer considered ordinary waste. Used batteries are one of the most hazardous types of specific waste, and improper management can seriously harm both the environment and human health.

Old batteries contain various toxic substances, including:

When released into nature, these substances contaminate soil, water, and air. Lead is especially dangerous because it accumulates in the human body and can cause serious health problems.

If a used battery ends up in a landfill or in the environment:

Even a single improperly disposed battery can pollute the environment for many years.

Heavy metals and chemical substances released from used batteries are extremely dangerous to human health. They may cause:

This is why used batteries must never be disposed of together with regular household waste.

Yes - most used batteries can be recycled.

Tegeta Green Planet has been operating since 2022. It is one of the first organizations in Georgia authorized by the Ministry of Environmental Protection and Agriculture within the framework of Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR). This is particularly important because the EPR system is one of the key directions of modern environmental policy, ensuring the full cycle management of specific waste - including used tires, oils, and batteries - through collection, transportation, recycling, and further management according to circular economy principles.

During the recycling process, materials such as:

can be reused. This helps reduce environmental pollution and the consumption of natural resources.

Proper collection and recycling of specific waste are essential parts of the circular economy. When used batteries are managed correctly:

That is why it is important to deliver old batteries to designated collection points instead of throwing them into regular trash.

Tegeta Green Planet ensures the collection, transportation, and management of specific waste, including used batteries, in accordance with circular economy principles.

Used batteries contain lead and other hazardous substances that pose serious risks to both the environment and human health. Therefore, proper management is essential for reducing pollution and promoting resource reuse.