Recycle rechargeable batteries in Verizon stores FAQs

Your rechargeable batteries can be returned to any Verizon store nationwide. Use our Store Locator to find your nearest store.

Yes. You can drop off your old phone and rechargeable battery at any Verizon store to be recycled. Use our Store Locator to find your nearest store.

Yes. We accept all rechargeable batteries for recycling.

The spent rechargeable batteries are processed to reclaim the usable lithium, cobalt, nickel, iron and cadmium. The recovered metals are used to make new products, including new rechargeable batteries.

No. Alkaline batteries and non-rechargeable batteries can't be recycled at our stores. Only rechargeable nickel cadmium, nickel metal hydride, lithium ion and small, sealed lead* batteries are accepted.

*Weighing less than 2 lbs. or 1 kg.