New battery recycling law aims to protect workers, prevent fires at Metro
Published on March 18, 2026.
A new battery recycling law has been passed in Oregon, aimed at preventing fires at waste facilities and in garbage trucks. The law makes manufacturers responsible for funding a statewide battery recycling program and prohibits batteries from being tossed in the trash. Once the program begins, Oregonians will be able to safely recycle their batteries easily, without additional cost.
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New battery recycling law aims to protect workers, prevent fires at Metro
A new law in Oregon aims to prevent fires in garbage trucks and waste facilities, allowing for free battery recycling at Metro facilities.