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Battery Recycling in Chicopee, MA

Rechargeable, lithium-ion and car batteries go free to the Chicopee DPW Drop-Off Center; household AA, AAA and 9-volt batteries are not taken.

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Checked October 26, 2026 · Call before you go · How we check

3 ways to get rid of a battery in Chicopee

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    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. Chicopee DPW Drop-Off CenterDrop-off · 115 Baskin Drive, ChicopeeConditions applyFree
    Where

    115 Baskin Drive
    Chicopee, MA 01020

    Hours

    Tue–Fri 8 a.m.–4:30 p.m., Sat 8 a.m.–noon (confirm with DPW)

    Cost & rules

    Batteries

    Accepted with conditionsFree (documented)
    • Pre-register online for a trip ticket; fee items must be prepaid online or at the Treasurer’s Office (no cash at the site).
    • Rechargeable, lithium-ion, button and lead-acid car batteries only; no household AA, AAA or 9-volt.

    Full details & sourcesOfficial site (opens in new tab)

  3. Chicopee household hazardous waste collectionCity service · ChicopeeChicopee residentsConditions applyCost not listed
    How it works

    Twice-yearly household hazardous waste drop-off day at the Chicopee DPW, 115 Baskin Drive. Pre-registration with the online form (available a month before) is required; walk-ins are turned away. Limit 25 liquid gallons or 25 solid pounds per household. Takes oil-based paint and car and rechargeable batteries; no latex paint.

    Cost & rules
    • Car, lead-acid and rechargeable batteries; pre-registration required.

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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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Checked October 26, 2026

  • City of Chicopee DPW Drop-Off Policy, Rules and Information (PDF) (opens in new tab) · City of Chicopee Department of Public Works
    • Online pre-registration is required and fee items must be paid in advance online or at the Treasurer’s Office; no trash or construction debris. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • No-charge items include cardboard, computers/electronics without monitors, scrap metal and universal waste such as rechargeable batteries. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • Rechargeable batteries accepted include lead-acid car batteries, lithium-ion, NiCad, NiMH and button batteries, but not household AA, AAA or 9-volt. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • City of Chicopee: DPW Drop-Off Center permit system (opens in new tab) · City of Chicopee Department of Public Works
    • A trip ticket is required to bring items to the DPW Drop-off Center. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • City of Chicopee: Hazardous Waste Disposal (opens in new tab) · City of Chicopee Department of Public Works
    • Pre-registration is required; only pre-registered residents can participate and walk-ins are turned away. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • City of Chicopee: Household Hazardous Products Collection acceptable items (PDF) (opens in new tab) · City of Chicopee Department of Public Works
    • Car batteries, lead-acid batteries and rechargeable (ni-cad, lithium) batteries are accepted at the collection. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • MassDEP Waste Disposal Bans (opens in new tab) · Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection (MassDEP)
    • MassDEP introduced its first bans on landfilling and combustion of easy-to-recycle and toxic materials in 1990 and has phased in more since. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • Materials banned from disposal or transfer for disposal in Massachusetts include cathode ray tubes, ferrous and non-ferrous metals, lead acid batteries, mattresses, recyclable paper and cardboard, textiles, white goods and whole tires (landfills only). Checked October 26, 2026.
    • The MassDEP waste disposal bans are in section 19.017 of the Solid Waste Management Facility Regulations, 310 CMR 19.000. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • 310 CMR 19.000: Solid Waste Management Facility Regulations (incl. 19.017 Waste Bans) (opens in new tab) · Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection (MassDEP)
    • 310 CMR 19.017(3): no person may dispose, transfer for disposal, or contract for disposal or transport of a restricted material except as the regulation allows, and violators may face MassDEP enforcement. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • No landfill, transfer facility or combustion facility may accept a restricted material except to handle, recycle or compost it under a MassDEP-approved plan. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • 310 CMR 19.017 has banned lead batteries from disposal, incineration or transfer for disposal since December 31, 1990 (landfills/combustors) and April 1, 2000 (transfer facilities). Checked October 26, 2026.
  • MassDEP Fact Sheet: What are Massachusetts Waste Bans? (opens in new tab) · Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection (MassDEP)
    • For residents, most banned materials are collected through regular municipal collection or drop-off programs, while larger items such as CRTs or appliances may go through separate collections or drop-off events. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • MassDEP notes that vehicle batteries, tires and cathode ray tubes may in some cases be collected by retailers. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • Residents with private (non-municipal) trash collection should ask their service provider for recycling options. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • Vehicle batteries are banned from disposal in Massachusetts. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • MassDEP: Waste Ban on Mattresses and Textiles, Frequently Asked Questions (opens in new tab) · Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection (MassDEP)
    • MassDEP generally does not issue waste-ban enforcement to individuals; it typically targets businesses, institutions (including municipalities) and haulers. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • Pillows, cushions and rugs are not "textiles" under the ban and may go in the trash. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • Mass.gov: How & Where to Recycle (opens in new tab) · Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection (MassDEP)
    • For local recycling and household hazardous product collection days and hours, MassDEP tells residents to contact their community's recycling or solid waste coordinator or department. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • Household hazardous products (old chemicals, cleaners, paint, pesticides) don't belong in the recycling bin, the trash or the drain. Store them until a community HHW collection or take them to a local, regional or commercial facility. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • Recycle Smart MA (a MassDEP service): Beyond the Bin Search Directory (opens in new tab) · Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection (MassDEP)
    • MassDEP's Beyond the Bin directory lists outlets for items that can't go in the home recycling bin. MassDEP does not collect materials itself, listings are self-reported, and you should call ahead. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • MassDEP: Clothing and Textile Recovery (opens in new tab) · Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection (MassDEP)
    • Since November 2022, textiles (clothing, footwear, bedding, curtains, fabric) are banned from disposal in Massachusetts, even worn, torn or stained items. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • Recycle Smart MA (a MassDEP service): Waste Bans 101 newsletter (August 2022) (opens in new tab) · Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection (MassDEP)
    • Massachusetts' first waste ban took effect December 31, 1990 and kept lead acid batteries out of landfills and incinerators. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • Mass.gov: Safely Manage Household Hazardous Products (opens in new tab) · Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection (MassDEP)
    • Lithium-ion and nickel-cadmium (often rechargeable) batteries should not go in the trash: compressed in a truck they can cause fires. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • For all battery types, MassDEP says to tape both ends and find a battery collection. Beyond the Bin lists disposal locations. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • Bulging, leaking or recalled batteries need disposal right away. Put each in a plastic bag so it can't touch metal. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • MassDEP lists approved household hazardous product collection facilities. Call or check each facility's website for items, fees and hours. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • Questions about household hazardous products can go to MassDEP at 866-963-7287 or massdep.hhp@mass.gov. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • Recycle Smart MA (a MassDEP service): Smart Recycling Guide (opens in new tab) · Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection (MassDEP)
    • Batteries do not belong in Massachusetts recycling bins. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • Bill H.968 (194th General Court): An Act establishing a lithium-ion battery stewardship program (opens in new tab) · The General Court of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts
    • Massachusetts has no battery stewardship law yet: lithium-ion battery stewardship bill H.968 is "Referred to House Committee on Ways and Means". Checked October 26, 2026.
  • Extended Producer Responsibility Commission Final Report (January 15, 2026) (opens in new tab) · Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection (MassDEP)
    • The EPR Commission (January 2026) recommended the Legislature create an EPR program for batteries, citing pending bills H.968 and S.556. Checked October 26, 2026.

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