Battery Recycling South Africa | EnerC
EnerC is committed to reducing battery waste — not only by replacing disposable batteries with rechargeable alternatives, but also by helping customers recycle batteries responsibly when they eventually reach the end of their usable life.
Why Battery Recycling Matters
According to South Africa’s Department of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment, the country generates more than 360,000 tonnes of electronic waste each year, while only a relatively small portion is processed through formal recycling systems.
Lithium-ion batteries require responsible end-of-life handling and should not simply be placed in normal household waste.
By recycling batteries correctly, valuable materials can be recovered while reducing unnecessary waste and the risks associated with improper disposal.
Why Rechargeable Batteries Make a Difference
At EnerC, we believe the best place to start is by reducing waste before it is created.
EnerC rechargeable batteries are designed for up to 1,200 recharge cycles under standard use conditions, helping reduce the number of disposable batteries used and discarded over time.
That means fewer batteries purchased, fewer batteries discarded and significantly less battery waste generated over time.
What To Do With Your Old EnerC Batteries
When your EnerC batteries eventually reach the end of their usable life:
- Do not place them in your normal household waste.
- Keep damaged batteries separate and handle them carefully.
- Take them to an appropriate battery or e-waste collection point.
EnerC customers can make use of Desco Electronic Recyclers' collection network, including battery and e-waste collection bins available at selected Makro stores across South Africa.
♻️ Find Your Nearest Makro Recycling Point
Recycling Locations
Desco currently operates recycling collection points at selected Makro stores around South Africa, including locations such as:
- Centurion
- Silver Lakes
- Wonderboom
- Woodmead
- Alberton
- Boksburg
- Strubens Valley
- Polokwane
- Bloemfontein
- Nelspruit
- Pietermaritzburg
- and additional locations nationwide
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Our Sustainability Commitment
EnerC was built around a simple idea: everyday batteries should create less waste.
By combining long-life USB Type-C rechargeable batteries with responsible end-of-life recycling, we want to help South Africans move away from disposable batteries and towards a more sustainable way of powering everyday devices.
Stay energized, stay green.