Latest Government Statistics Confirm that Lead Batteries are the Most Recycled Product in USA

Posted: July 02, 2015

Lead batteries, like those recycled by Gopher Resource and used in vehicles and as energy storage for emergency power and renewable energy, have been confirmed as the most recycled product in the U.S., according to figures produced by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA).

International Lead Association Managing Director, Dr Andy Bush, said: "Lead batteries offer a truly sustainable energy storage solution and recycling is the driver for this. Many people will be surprised to see that lead batteries are leading the way in consumer product recycling with much higher recycling rates than materials such as newspapers, cans and glass."

Read the full news release on the International Lead Association website.

Download the full EPA Report on Advancing Sustainable Materials Management

This Website Uses Cookies

We use cookies for various purposes. We disclose this data to third parties who assist us with analyzing website traffic, and who may use that data for their own purposes. To learn more, please review our Privacy Policy, Cookie Policy, and Terms of Use, which includes a class action waiver and arbitration provision. Clicking any button on this banner, means you consent to these policies and to providing your data to the third parties through cookies on our website.

Customize Consent Preferences

As detailed in our Privacy Policy, we use cookies or other technology that may allow third parties to collect your data through our website. You can select your preferences for optional cookies by using the checkboxes below.

Manage Consent Preferences

Essential

These cookies are required for the operation of our sites and enable you to navigate the sites and their features.

Functionality and Analytics

These cookies are used to recognize you when you return to the sites and these cookies facilitate measurement and analytics for improved browsing experience.

Customize