Maine Proposes Battery Stewardship Bill for Recycling and Disposal Funding
The Maine Department of Environmental Protection seeks legislative approval for a battery stewardship bill requiring manufacturers to fund a statewide recycling program. This initiative addresses the disposal of 820,000 pounds of batteries annually, which contribute to landfill fires. The bill, endorsed unanimously by the environment committee, aims to expand recycling efforts to include single-use and lithium-ion batteries. If passed, collection could begin in two years, while electric vehicle batteries will remain exempt.
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The Maine Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) is pursuing legislative approval for a battery stewardship bill requiring manufacturers to fund a statewide recycling and disposal program. This initiative addresses the disposal of approximately 820,000 pounds of batteries each year, which contribute to landfill fires.
The bill, L.D. 474, was endorsed unanimously by the environment committee and aims to recycle single-use and lithium-ion batteries. If enacted, collection could begin in two years. Electric vehicle batteries will remain exempt. The bill must be approved by both the House and Senate and receive funding before reaching the governor.
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