Universal Waste - Not the Same as Trash

In California, fluorescent lamps and household batteries cannot be discarded as ordinary trash. These items are now part of the Universal Waste disposal program and can be dropped off at the centers below.

Municipal Battery Recycling Program
In an effort to make it easier for residents to properly discard these items, the City of Alameda's Public Works Department has partnered with local businesses and the community to provide drop-off locations. There is no charge for this program. Alameda residents may drop-off alkaline, rechargeable, and lithium batteries at any of the following locations. Please be sure to tape the contacts of both ends prior to bringing them to the drop-off receptacles.

Alameda County Industries
2307 Blanding Ave, Suite B

Pagano’s Hardware Mart
1100 Lincoln Avenue

Encinal Hardware
2801 Encinal Avenue

CVS Pharmacy
885-A Island Drive

City Hall
2263 Santa Clara Avenue

City Hall West
950 W. Mall Square (Alameda Point)

Alameda Free Library
1550 Oak Street

Alameda Municipal Power
2000 Grand Street

Mastick Senior Center
1155 Santa Clara Avenue

Maintenance Service Center
1616 Fortmann Way