Recycling & Compliance Services

EPA-compliant UPS and battery recycling with full certification and documentation

Responsible E-Waste & Battery Recycling

Proper disposal of UPS equipment and batteries is essential for environmental compliance and corporate sustainability. We provide certified recycling services for all types of power protection equipment and batteries.

Certified Recycling

R2 and e-Stewards certified recycling partners

Full Compliance

EPA, DOT, and state environmental regulations

Documentation

Certificate of recycling and audit trail

What We Recycle

UPS Batteries

  • • Lead-acid VRLA batteries (sealed)
  • • Flooded cell batteries (wet)
  • • Lithium-ion battery packs
  • • NiCd and NiMH batteries
  • • Individual cells and complete strings
  • • Battery cabinets and enclosures
98% material recovery rate - Lead, plastic, and acid fully recycled

UPS Equipment & E-Waste

  • • UPS units (all types and sizes)
  • • Power distribution units (PDUs)
  • • Automatic transfer switches
  • • Circuit boards and components
  • • Network management cards
  • • Cables, wire, and connectors
Zero landfill policy - All materials recycled or properly disposed

Battery Recycling Process

1

Collection & Transportation

Batteries properly packaged per DOT hazmat regulations. Licensed transporters used for all shipments.

2

Certified Facility Processing

Batteries sent to R2/e-Stewards certified recycling facilities. No export to developing countries.

3

Material Recovery

Lead recovered and refined for reuse. Plastic cases cleaned and pelletized. Sulfuric acid neutralized or recycled.

4

Documentation

Certificate of recycling issued with facility details, weight, and material recovery percentages.

Compliance & Certifications

R2 (Responsible Recycling) Certified

SERI-accredited standard for electronics recycling focused on worker safety, environmental protection, and data security.

e-Stewards Certified

Highest standard for e-waste recycling. Prohibits export to developing nations and landfill disposal.

EPA Universal Waste Compliance

All battery recycling follows EPA Universal Waste regulations for proper handling and disposal.

DOT Hazmat Transportation

Licensed for Class 8 corrosive materials (battery acid) and Class 9 hazardous materials transport.

State-Specific Compliance

California SB20, Vermont e-waste law, and all state-specific battery recycling mandates.

Corporate Sustainability Benefits

Proper recycling supports your organization's environmental goals:

  • ESG Reporting: Documentation for sustainability reports
  • Carbon Footprint: Reduce scope 3 emissions
  • Circular Economy: Material reuse vs virgin mining
  • Regulatory Compliance: Avoid EPA fines
  • Brand Reputation: Demonstrate environmental responsibility
  • Audit Trail: Full chain-of-custody documentation

⚠️ Legal Requirements

Many states and municipalities have laws requiring proper battery recycling:

  • • California requires recycling of all rechargeable batteries
  • • New York bans lead-acid battery landfill disposal
  • • Vermont mandates electronics recycling programs
  • • Federal EPA regulates battery disposal as universal waste

Improper disposal can result in fines up to $50,000 per violation.

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🚚 Pickup Available

Free pickup for bulk quantities (10+ batteries or 1+ pallet)