Rechargeable Battery Disposal Ban

Effective July 1, 2025, lithium-ion batteries will no longer be accepted at the Stratham Transfer Station in any form. All lithium-ion batteries must be removed from items before bringing them to the facility.

What This Means for Stratham Residents:

In accordance with a new statewide ban issued by the New Hampshire Department of Environmental Services (NHDES), no lithium-ion batteries may be disposed of in household trash, recycling, bulky waste, or at the Stratham Transfer Station.

Starting July 1, 2025:

  • Lithium-ion batteries are prohibited at the Transfer Station
  • You must remove lithium-ion batteries from electronics, tools, toys, e-bikes, and other devices before disposal
  • Do not place lithium-ion batteries in your trash or recycling bins

Why the Ban?

Lithium-ion batteries are highly flammable and a leading cause of fires at transfer stations and landfills. Improper disposal puts staff, equipment, and the environment at serious risk.

This new regulation is part of a statewide safety effort to prevent dangerous fires and promote proper battery handling.

More details can be found in the official NHDES announcement.

What You Can Do

  • Double check any devices or tools for built-in lithium-ion batteries before disposal
  • Do not bring lithium-ion batteries to the Transfer Station
  • Recycle lithium-ion batteries at approved retail drop-off locations, including, Home Depot, Lowe's, Staples, Best Buy, and others.
  • Use Call2Recycle.org to find nearby battery recycling locations

Your cooperation helps us keep the Transfer Station safe and compliant. Thank you for doing your part to protect our workers and community.

For questions, please contact the Stratham Department of Public Works.

No Lithium Batteries