Australia expands national recycling scheme to include lithium batteries from e-bikes and scooters, addressing fire risk from improper disposal.
Australia extends its national recycling scheme to include lithium batteries from electric bikes and scooters, addressing the rising fire risk from incorrect disposal. The Battery Stewardship Council signed up three e-bike and scooter brands and is discussing with other manufacturers and retailers to widen collections. This comes after state and federal environment ministers met to discuss the issue, which authorities warn is putting lives at risk.
June 24, 2024
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