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Battery Recycling in Denver, CO

Denver’s Household Hazardous Waste At-Your-Door program collects auto and household batteries for a $15 co-payment. Blue Star Recyclers charges $5.00 per pound for most batteries, and the E-cycle Coupon covers rechargeable batteries only.

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6 ways to get rid of a battery in Denver

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  1. CurbCycle PickupPickup from your home · DenverNo haulingWe recycle it for youFrom $75.00
    How it works

    Book online, set out your battery and we’ll pick it up and recycle it for you. You see your price before you book and pay only after pickup.

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  2. Blue Star RecyclersDrop-off · 953 Decatur Street, Suite C, Denver$5–$8.50/lb
    Where

    953 Decatur Street, Suite C
    Denver, CO 80204

    Hours

    Monday–Friday 9 am–5 pm; Saturday 9 am–1 pm; closed Sunday.

    Cost & rules

    Batteries

    AcceptedFees apply
    Fees for batteries
    Batteries (most types)$5.00 per pound
    Lithium primary batteries$8.50 per pound

    Full details & sourcesOfficial site (opens in new tab)

  3. Batteries Plus – LittletonDrop-off · 8601 W. Cross Drive Suite #2A, DenverConditions applyCost not listed
    Where

    8601 W. Cross Drive Suite #2A
    Denver, CO 80123

    Hours

    Monday–Friday 8 am–8 pm; Saturday 8 am–7 pm; Sunday 9 am–6 pm.

    Cost & rules

    Batteries

    Accepted with conditionsCost unknown
    Fees for batteries
    Recycling fee (may apply; varies by location)Fee applies; amount not recorded

    Fees aren’t recorded. Don’t assume drop-off is free.

    • Call ahead to confirm the store can recycle your battery type; fees may apply.
    • Preparation: Bag batteries or tape over the terminals.

    Full details & sourcesOfficial site (opens in new tab)

  4. Denver Household Hazardous Waste At-Your-DoorCity service · DenverDenver residents$15/visit
    How it works

    Denver residents can book one home collection of household hazardous waste per calendar year, using a collection kit bag, for a $15 co-payment.

    Cost & rules
    Fees
    Co-payment per appointment$15 per visit
    • Need at least 3 different types of accepted materials, or one material over 25 lbs.
    • $15 co-payment per appointment; one appointment per calendar year.

    Official page (opens in new tab)

  5. Denver E-cycle Coupon ProgramCity service · DenverDenver residentsConditions applyFees apply
    How it works

    Denver Solid Waste Management offers Denver residents a once-a-year coupon for discounted electronics drop-off recycling at Blue Star Recyclers.

    Cost & rules
    Fees
    Discounted coupon rate (amount not stated)Amount not listed
    • Rechargeable batteries only; car batteries, button batteries and household batteries are not accepted.
    • Coupon is for drop-offs at Blue Star Recyclers only; one coupon per household per year.

    Official page (opens in new tab)

  6. All Recycling North (transfer station and scrap metal)County service · Adams CountyConditions applyCost not listed
    How it works

    All Recycling site at 5350 Washington Street, Denver, CO 80216 (North Washington CDP, unincorporated Adams County). Hours: Trash: Monday–Friday 5:30 am–5:00 pm, Saturday 7:00 am–2:00 pm. Metals: Monday–Friday 8:00 am–5:00 pm, Saturday 8:00 am–2:00 pm.

    Cost & rules
    • Lead-acid batteries and non-lithium-ion batteries only; lithium-ion batteries are prohibited.
    • All Recycling buys metal; prices vary with material and market. Policies can differ by location, so call ahead.

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Places that don’t take batteries (2)

Before you go

  1. Tape the terminals of lithium and rechargeable batteries before transport.
  2. Keep damaged, swollen or leaking batteries separate and tell the operator.
  3. Ask which battery types are accepted; car batteries often go somewhere different.
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Colorado rules

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Checked October 26, 2026

  • Denver: Large Item Pickup (opens in new tab) · City and County of Denver
    • Large Item Pickup does not take paint, batteries, tires or appliances. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • Denver: Household Hazardous Waste At-Your-Door (opens in new tab) · City and County of Denver
    • Denver residents can get one HHW collection appointment per calendar year. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • Each appointment requires a $15 co-payment. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • One collection kit bag holding about 10 to 12 cans or bottles is provided per appointment. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • To qualify, you need at least 3 types of accepted materials or one material over 25 lbs. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • Auto batteries and household batteries are on the accepted list. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • Denver: Battery Disposal (opens in new tab) · City and County of Denver
    • Denver says many metro-area retailers offer free drop-off for various battery types. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • Some batteries are prohibited from Denver curbside collection. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • Denver: Electronic Recycling (E-cycle Coupon Program) (opens in new tab) · City and County of Denver
    • The coupon gives a significantly discounted rate; no amount is stated. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • The coupon is valid for drop-offs only. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • Rechargeable batteries are accepted; car, button and household batteries are not. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • Residents must live in Denver County; businesses, non-residents and PO boxes are not eligible. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • Blue Star Recyclers: Residential Electronics Drop-Off (opens in new tab) · Blue Star Recyclers
    • Most batteries cost $5.00 per pound; lithium primary batteries cost $8.50 per pound. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • All Recycling: Accepted Materials (opens in new tab) · All Recycling
    • All Recycling buys metal; pricing varies with material and market. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • Acceptance policies can differ by All Recycling location. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • Lead-acid batteries and batteries other than lithium-ion are accepted; lithium-ion batteries are prohibited. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • Habitat for Humanity of Metro Denver: ReStore Donate Items (opens in new tab) · Habitat for Humanity of Metro Denver
    • ReStores do not accept non-working appliances, used batteries, electronics, mattresses or paint. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • Batteries Plus: Littleton, CO store page (opens in new tab) · Batteries Plus
    • The store lists battery and bulb recycling among its services. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • Batteries Plus: Recycling Services (opens in new tab) · Batteries Plus
    • Most Batteries Plus stores accept lead acid and NiCd batteries, among other types. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • Fees may apply and vary by location. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • Call ahead to make sure the store can provide recycling. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • Bag batteries or tape over the terminals. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • CDPHE: Materials prohibited from landfill disposal (opens in new tab) · Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment
    • Lead-acid batteries (such as car batteries) are prohibited from disposal at Colorado solid waste sites and landfills. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • CDPHE: Battery Stewardship and Recycling (opens in new tab) · Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment
    • Under the Battery Stewardship Act, collection sites will be added across Colorado starting in 2028, and recycling at them will be free for residents. The program is not running yet. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • CDPHE expects most household batteries and smaller rechargeable batteries (under 11 pounds) to be accepted at program drop-off locations by October 2028. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • CDPHE says batteries can cause fires in recycling facilities and garbage trucks and should not be put in the trash or recycling. Checked October 25, 2026 (automated check) · sources disagree.
    • Batteries covered by the program include single-use household batteries (AA, AAA, C, D, 9-volt) and rechargeable batteries up to 11 pounds. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • Car batteries over 11 pounds, built-in batteries, medical device batteries, EV batteries and damaged, defective or recalled batteries are excluded from the program. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • Once the program runs, most Colorado residents will live within 15 miles of a permanent battery collection site. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • The program will have at least 15 permanent collection sites for medium-format batteries (11 to 25 pounds, such as e-bike batteries) within six months of launch. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • Retailers may not charge a point-of-sale fee for the battery program. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • CDPHE: Preparing products found in your home for disposal (opens in new tab) · Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment
    • CDPHE says automotive lead-acid batteries are prohibited from disposal in Colorado landfills. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • Car batteries are generally turned in for recycling when you buy a replacement; some retailers take extra car batteries without a purchase. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • CDPHE says the best option for rechargeable batteries (nickel-cadmium, nickel-metal hydride, lithium, most button and small sealed lead-acid) is recycling; many stores take part in Call2Recycle. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • Many household hazardous waste collection events and programs accept rechargeable batteries. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • CDPHE's household-disposal guidance says US-made alkaline batteries no longer contain mercury and can go in the regular trash, with terminals taped or batteries bagged. Checked October 25, 2026 (automated check) · sources disagree.
  • Colorado General Assembly: SB25-163 Battery Stewardship Programs (opens in new tab) · Colorado General Assembly
    • Starting January 1, 2030, people must take certain unwanted batteries (those covered by the stewardship program) to a program collection site or event; disposing of them in a landfill is prohibited. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • The Battery Stewardship Act prohibits disposing of certain batteries in a landfill. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • SB25-163, the Battery Stewardship Programs bill, became law in 2025. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • The law requires the battery stewardship plan to set up collection sites that are free to use for anyone. Checked October 26, 2026.

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