IN the UK 650million batteries are thrown away every year. Rechargeable batteries have up to 28 times less impact on climate change than their disposable counterparts, as well as cutting the amount of waste batteries sent to landfill. The slightly higher
IN the UK 650million batteries are thrown away every year. Rechargeable batteries have up to 28 times less impact on climate change than their disposable counterparts, as well as cutting the amount of waste batteries sent to landfill. The slightly higher cost is recovered in the first five charges. Recharging costs are also minimal.
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