Westmeath householders urged to recycle waste batteriesWestmeath householders are being encouraged to recycle their waste batteries in a new year clear-out. People from the county recycled the equivalent of 24 batteries per household last year. While this figure is above the national average of 16, data has revealed that only half of household batteries sold are making their way back for recycling each year. To support a nationwide New Year clear-out, Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) Ireland plans to deliver 1 million blue battery recycling boxes to homes nationwide during January in a bid to capture a valuable hoard of waste batteries. Returning for recycling ensures the safe recovery and reuse of the materials they contain," said Leo Donovan, CEO of WEEE Ireland.

Source: Irish Independent January 15, 2026 17:05 UTC