• Rechargeable batteries have an advantage over conventional batteries since when their charge dies down, they can be recharged for further life. Eventually, though, even a rechargeable battery will fail to hold a charge. When that occurs the battery must be recycled at an approved location. Recycling reduces waste in landfills, prevents harmful chemicals from contaminating soil and water and reduces the need for raw materials for new batteries. In Memphis, Tennessee, several locations accept rechargeable batteries.
  
  

Radio Shack

• Radio Shack, part of the national program "Charge Up to Recycle," accepts used rechargeable batteries at its stores in Memphis along with all of its 7,200 stores nationwide. The batteries are recycled to make stainless steel products as well as new batteries. Radio Shack accepts the following batteries: nickel cadmium (NiCd), nickel metal hydride (NiMH), lithium-ion (Li-ION), lithium-ion-polymer and lead acid batteries.
  
  

Home Depot

• Within its Eco Options department, Home Depot features recycling as part of its effort to help the environment. The location in Memphis provides a convenient means of recycling the following rechargeable batteries : NiMH, NiCd, Li-ION and Nickel Zinc (Ni-Zn).
  
  

Batteries Plus

• Batteries Plus recycles most of the batteries it sells and serves as a location in Memphis where old rechargeable batteries can be discarded. The following batteries are accepted: NiCd, NiMH and Li-ION.