can. You are legally obliged to return old
batteries and accumulators after use. You can do
this free of charge at a retail store or at another
collection point near you. Addresses of suitable
collection points can be obtained from your city
or local government.
Batteries may contain substances that are
harmful to the environment and human health.
Particular caution is required due to the special
risks involved in handling lithium-containing
batteries. The separate collection and recycling
of old batteries and accumulators is intended to
avoid negative effects on the environment and
human health.
Please avoid generating waste from old batteries
as much as possible, e.g. by giving preference to
batteries with a longer lifespan or rechargeable
batteries. Please avoid littering public spaces by
not leaving batteries or battery-containing
electrical and electronic devices lying around.
Please explore ways to recycle a battery instead
of disposing of it, such as reconditioning or
repairing the battery.