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Poll results released today illuminate some surprising insights into how America’s 85.4 million moms view what may be one of the most overlooked recyclables: rechargeable batteries

North American battery collections increased 16 percent from 2011 to a record 10 million pounds (4.7 million kilograms) in 2012, reported by Call2Recycle, a product stewardship organization managing the only no-cost battery and cellphone collection program in North America.

According to a new study by the Consumer Electronics Association, overall consumer holiday spending is expected to increase 11% this year, with spending on consumer electronics expected to account for nearly a third of all gift spending. During the busy holiday season, it’s easy to forget about helping the environment – fortunately, recycling rechargeable batteries is easy to do while shopping for family and friends.

ATLANTA, GA (November 20, 2012) Of those who “drop and shop,” 51% in the U.S. and 56% in Canada go beyond replacing what they just recycled to shop and buy other items, according to a recent study commissioned by Call2Recycle.

TORONTO (October 4, 2012) – Call2Recycle®, North America’s leader in consumer battery recycling, is proud to announce that it has signed an agreement with Laurentide Re-Sources Inc., to provide battery sortation services for Call2Recycle’s national battery recycling program.

Call2Recycle® and Earth Day Canada (EDC) are teaming up to create education initiatives emphasizing the importance of proper battery management as part of Canada’s environmental sustainability activities.