Welcome to RE:Source! Your online directory for reuse, repair and proper disposal options for the Bay Area. Although we do our best to stay up-to-date, information is constantly changing and we encourage you to call ahead to verify hours and availability.
Batteries - Household - Rechargeable (up to 5 lbs)
This item is hazardous and requires proper disposal.
Use the Call2Recycle Battery Drop-off Location Finder for single-use, rechargeable, e-bike, and high energy batteries and cellphones.
High Energy Batteries (300 Watt hours or more) include tool batteries from brands including Ryobi, Milwaukee, DeWalt, Troy-Bilt, and others.
Learn more about Lithium Ion batteries and their safe disposal from the EPA.
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2100 East 7th Street, Oakland • (800) 606-6606Note: Swollen Li-ion batteries accepted. If it’s leaking, contact hhw@acgov.org.Free Drop-off -
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1616 Fortmann Way, Alameda • (510) 747-7900(Tape the contacts on both ends before dropping off)Free Drop-off -
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2000 Grand St, Alameda • (510) 748-3901No large quantities.Free Drop-off -
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1550 Oak St, Alameda • (510) 747-7777Free Drop-off -
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2133 Tynan Ave, Alameda •New or Good condition for reuse and good condition AGM or flooded as well. Inquire about inverters and charge controllers and larger batteries.Free Drop-off -
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2263 Santa Clara Ave, Alameda •No large quantities.Free Drop-off -
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7201 Oakport St, Oakland • 510-228-4353Redwood Materials drop-off site for any household rechargeable lithium-ion batteries from consumers (not businesses). Each battery should be placed in its own clear plastic bag (produce or sandwich bag will do) or tape the terminals with packing, electrical or duct tape.Free Drop-off -
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1155 Santa Clara Ave, Alameda • (510) 747-7500Accepts batteries from members only - no large quantities. Drop off in the Senior Center.Free Drop-off -
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2801 Encinal Ave, Alameda • (510) 523-4821Call firstFree Drop-off -
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640A Central Avenue, Alameda • (510) 522-1345No large quantities.Free Drop-off -
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2298 South Shore Center, Alameda • (510) 769-7540No large quantities.Free Drop-off -
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950 W. Mall Square, Alameda •No large quantities.Free Drop-off -
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7373 Village Pkwy, Dublin • (925) 837-2420Free Drop-off -
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172 98th Ave, Oakland •Online service. Programs for residents and businesses.Mail-in for a Fee -
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657 143rd Ave, San Leandro • 510-352-2665Drop-off for a Fee, Pick-up for a Fee -
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1933 Davis St., San Leandro • (510) 636-9600Any rechargeable battery that weighs up to 11 pounds and is under 300 watt hours. Auto/tractor batteries including rechargeable NiCad, rechargeable nickel, metal hydride, rechargeable lithium-ion, lithium single-use button, rechargeable small/sealed lead acid batteries. Non-leaking. Place batteries in a plastic bag before dropping into bin. Call2Recycle program.Free Drop-off -
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2569 Castro Valley Blvd., Castro Valley • (510) 581-7633No large quantities.Free Drop-off -
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6000 Johnson Ave., Pleasanton • (925) 847-9200Any rechargeable battery that weighs up to 11 pounds and is under 300 watt hours. Auto/tractor batteries including rechargeable NiCad, rechargeable nickel, metal hydride, rechargeable lithium-ion, lithium single-use button, rechargeable small/sealed lead acid batteries. Non-leaking. Place batteries in a plastic bag before dropping into bin. Call2Recycle program.Free Drop-off -
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150 4th Street, San Francisco • (415) 391-2299Please tape over lithium battery contacts.Free Drop-off -
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4820 Dublin Blvd., Dublin • (925) 829-7041rechargeable batteries, battery backups (UPS), batteries for cellphones, laptops, and button batteriesFree Drop-off -
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3750 Dublin Blvd., Dublin • (925) 241-3082Free Drop-off -
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Pier 33, Alcatraz Landing, San Francisco • (415) 438-8342The battery recycling tube is located within Alcatraz Landing Cafe near the local attractions brochures.Free Drop-off -
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88 Spear St., San Francisco • (415) 856-0733Please tape over lithium battery contacts.Free Drop-off -
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33 Drumm St., San Francisco • (415) 989-6116Please tape over lithium battery contacts.Free Drop-off -
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21787 Hesperian Blvd., Hayward • (510) 887-8544Any rechargeable battery that weighs up to 11 pounds and is under 300 watt hours. Auto/tractor batteries including rechargeable NiCad, rechargeable nickel, metal hydride, rechargeable lithium-ion, lithium single-use button, rechargeable small/sealed lead acid batteries. Non-leaking. Place batteries in a plastic bag before dropping into bin. Call2Recycle program.Free Drop-off
