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Battery Science 101

They power many different things from razors to radios to remote controls. We all use them, but do we really know what batteries are and how they work? One common type of battery is the single-use (primary) battery, which is the type you’ll find in most household devices. These batteries contain chemicals which are great […]

A History of Batteries

Believe it or not, there are some ancient artifacts could be called batteries! These artifacts, known as the Baghdad Batteries, existed between 250 BC and 224 AD, and consisted of terracotta pots with copper sheets and iron rods. Although the ancient Parthians did have tablets, they were the kind made of clay, ...

Call2Recycle partners with four CFL teams to promote battery recycling

Call2Recycle, Canada’s leading battery collection and recycling program, announced today the kick-off of their promotional campaign, “Defend Your Home Turf”, through a partnership with four CFL teams: the BC Lions, Winnipeg Blue Bombers, Hamilton Tiger-Cats and the Montreal Alouettes. Football fans in four provinces will learn about the importance of battery recycling ...