ABR member companies are committed to protecting the communities where their employees live and work. Through responsible recycling practices, advanced environmental controls and continuous monitoring, our members work to minimize environmental impacts and protect air, water and land.
U.S. lead battery recycling facilities operate under rigorous environmental standards designed to minimize emissions and protect employees, surrounding communities and the environment. ABR members continually invest in advanced technologies, control measures and practices to strengthen environmental performance.
We’ve designed an educational infographic that shows specific actions U.S. lead battery recyclers take to support safe, responsible recycling and environmental protection. These include proactive measures to protect and continuously monitor:
U.S. lead battery recyclers use technologically advanced equipment, processes and protocols to protect employees, communities and the environment. U.S. lead battery recyclers’ total lead emissions to air account for less than 1% of total U.S. air lead emissions.
On average, U.S. recycling companies:
ABR member companies collaborate and share EHS best practices to continually advance environmental, health and safety performance across the industry. This includes substantial voluntary investments and accountability through initiatives such as Lead Battery 360°, an industry-wide material stewardship program.
