Berkeley Co. urges proper lithium-ion batteries disposal

Berkeley County is reminding residents to properly dispose of damaged, defective or recalled lithium-ion batteries to mitigate the risk of fire, explosion and thermal releases at the county landfill and convenience centers.

Due to these risks, lithium-ion batteries should not be placed in household trash or recycling containers.

To properly dispose of these materials, please contact the Berkeley County Solid Waste Department at 843-719-2383 or 843-719-2386 to coordinate a drop-off time at the Oakley Road Convenience Center, located at 606 Oakley Road in Moncks Corner.

Please note – Automotive or wet-cell batteries will not be accepted.

Berkeley County convenience centers are for Berkeley County residents only. Proof of residency is required.

Berkeley Electric Cooperative also serves as a drop-off site for lithium-ion batteries. See more information online.  

All lithium-ion batteries collected by Berkeley County and Berkeley Electric will be sent to Redwood Materials located in Berkeley County. Batteries will be recycled for electric vehicle and clean energy use.

Learn more about lithium-ion battery safety on the county’s website.

Provided by Berkeley County