Solar Battery Recycling and Disposal
National Recycling provides solar battery recycling for UK businesses and installers, collecting lithium-ion and lead acid batteries from solar storage systems on commercial sites, solar farms and installer depots.
Solar battery collections
Solar Batteries We Collect
We collect lithium-ion and lead acid batteries from solar storage systems on commercial sites, solar farms and installer depots.
Handled with care.
Lithium-ion storage batteries.
Battery storage units from commercial and domestic solar systems. See lithium-ion battery recycling.Lead acid batteries.
Batteries from older and off-grid solar systems. See lead acid battery recycling.
From your site to a fresh start
How Our Solar Battery Disposal Service Works
- 01
Make the batteries safe.
Have batteries disconnected by a qualified person, and tell us about any damaged or swollen units. - 02
Tell us what you have.
Use the quote form to give us the battery types, a rough quantity and your collection postcode. - 03
Get your quote.
Our team replies with a quote providing clear pricing details. - 04
We collect.
A verified waste carrier collects and transports the batteries safely. - 05
Receive your documents.
Batteries are recycled at a licensed recycling facility, with controls for hazardous substances. You receive the paperwork for your records.
Let’s get it sorted
Get a Solar Battery Recycling Quote
Tell us what batteries you have and our team will reply with a quote. Call 0845 366 9306 or request a quote online.
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Why Recycling Solar Batteries Matters
Under the Waste Batteries and Accumulators Regulations 2009, industrial and automotive batteries must not go to landfill or incineration. Lithium batteries are also a fire risk when damaged or crushed, so they need safe storage and transport. Your duty of care means using authorised carriers and keeping waste transfer notes for 2 years.
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Why Choose National Recycling
UK-wide collections.
Our network of haulage partners collects from business sites across the country, so multi-site organisations deal with one supplier.Fully compliant.
We use verified waste carriers and licensed recycling facilities, in line with UK regulations.Recycling first.
We recycle wherever it is possible and safe, and only arrange disposal for what cannot be recycled.Whole solar systems.
We also collect panels and inverters, so a system can be cleared in one collection.Fast quotes.
Our team replies quickly to every enquiry, providing a fast turnaround for collections.One-off or regular.
Book a single clearance or a scheduled collection, with one supplier for every location.
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Can solar batteries be recycled?
Yes. Lithium-ion and lead acid batteries from solar storage systems can be recycled at licensed recycling facilities, where the metals and other materials are recovered and hazardous substances are controlled. We collect solar batteries from businesses, solar farms and installers across the UK.
How do I dispose of a solar battery?
Have the battery safely disconnected by a qualified person and store it somewhere cool and dry. Then send us the battery type, quantity and your postcode through our quote form. Our team confirms the details and arranges collection by a licensed carrier.
Do you offer home battery recycling?
We work with businesses rather than households. If you are an installer, we can collect home batteries you have removed once they are at your depot or premises. If you are a homeowner, ask your installer or local council about the options for recycling a home storage battery.
Are damaged solar batteries dangerous?
Damaged or swollen lithium batteries can overheat and catch fire, especially if they are crushed or punctured. Keep them away from heat and other combustible materials, and do not try to open them. Tell us about any damaged units before collection so they can be transported safely.
Can I put a solar battery in a skip?
No. Under the Waste Batteries and Accumulators Regulations 2009, industrial batteries must not go to landfill or incineration, and lithium batteries are a fire risk in skips and waste vehicles. Store old batteries safely and book a collection so they can be recycled.