E-Waste & Battery Recycling for Sydney Businesses
Secure collection and recycling of old IT equipment, electronics and batteries — with data destruction for devices holding sensitive information, and safe handling for damaged or end-of-life batteries.
Old IT equipment and batteries collected and responsibly recycled
What Is E-Waste & Battery Recycling?
E-waste and battery recycling is the collection and responsible processing of end-of-life electronics — computers, monitors, printers, phones and other IT equipment — along with batteries of all types, so valuable materials are recovered and hazardous components (like the lead, mercury and lithium found in various battery and device types) don't end up in landfill or waterways. E-waste and batteries are handled as separate streams, since batteries carry a specific fire risk that electronics generally don't.
Clean Waste collects e-waste and batteries from offices, retail and IT businesses across Sydney, with data destruction available for devices holding sensitive information and full documentation for every collection.
Damaged Batteries Are a Genuine Fire Risk
This isn't a minor precaution — damaged lithium-ion batteries are one of the leading causes of fires in general waste and recycling trucks.
Never put batteries in general waste or recycling bins
Punctured, crushed or short-circuited lithium-ion batteries can ignite when compacted in a waste truck or bin, causing serious fires that put drivers, facility staff and property at risk. Batteries — including phone, laptop, power tool and vape batteries — must always go through a dedicated battery collection stream, never mixed with general waste or standard recycling.
E-Waste Handled Securely and Safely
From data security to fire safety, e-waste and batteries need to be handled differently to standard waste.
From Collection to Responsible Recycling
Here's exactly what happens when you set up e-waste and battery recycling with Clean Waste.
Request a Quote
Tell us your equipment types, volumes, and whether data destruction is needed.
Free Assessment
We confirm the right collection setup for your e-waste and battery volumes.
Secure Collection
Equipment and batteries are collected in separate, appropriately handled streams.
Data Destruction (If Needed)
Storage media is wiped or physically destroyed before devices are processed.
Recycling & Documentation
Materials are recovered at licensed facilities, with records provided for your files.
What We Collect
E-waste and batteries are collected as two distinct streams — here's what falls into each.
💻 E-Waste
- Computers, laptops and monitors
- Printers, scanners and photocopiers
- Mobile phones and tablets
- Networking equipment and servers
- Small appliances and office electronics
- Cables, chargers and peripherals
🔋 Batteries
- Lithium-ion batteries (phones, laptops, power tools)
- Household batteries (AA, AAA, button cell)
- Lead-acid batteries (vehicles, equipment)
- Rechargeable battery packs
- Vape and e-cigarette batteries
- UPS and backup power batteries
Data Destruction for IT Assets
Old computers, servers and phones can hold sensitive business or customer data long after they're retired — clearing that data is a compliance step, not an afterthought.
- Secure wiping: Storage drives can be securely wiped to remove data before devices are recycled or resold
- Physical destruction: Where wiping isn't appropriate, drives can be physically destroyed instead
- Certificate provided: Documentation confirming data destruction, similar to our paper document destruction service
- Combine with document destruction: Businesses clearing an office often need both paper and digital destruction at once
What Drives Your E-Waste & Battery Cost
Clear quotes, no hidden fees — priced by volume, equipment type and whether data destruction is required.
Standard e-waste pricing for office clear-outs and ongoing collection.
Battery collection typically priced per kilogram, based on battery type and volume.
Data destruction quoted per device or per batch alongside your e-waste collection.
Pricing depends on equipment type, volume, and whether data destruction is required. Request a free, itemised quote and we'll confirm your exact cost after a no-obligation assessment.
E-Waste Recycling for Every Sector
Any business retiring IT equipment or handling batteries benefits from a secure, documented process.
E-Waste & Battery Recycling Across Greater Sydney
Secure, on-schedule collection wherever your office or site is located.
E-Waste & Battery Recycling FAQs
Straight answers to the questions Sydney businesses ask most before setting up a service.
Why can't batteries go in general waste or standard recycling?
Damaged or crushed lithium-ion batteries can ignite when compacted in a waste truck, causing serious fires. Batteries of all types must go through a dedicated collection stream, never mixed with general waste or co-mingled recycling.
What happens to data on old computers and phones?
We offer secure data destruction — either wiping storage drives or physically destroying them — for any device that held sensitive business or customer information, with documentation provided as evidence.
Can e-waste and batteries be collected together?
They're collected as separate streams for safety reasons, but can absolutely be arranged as part of the same visit or ongoing service under one account.
Do you provide documentation for asset disposal records?
Yes. Collection and disposal records are provided for every job, useful for IT asset registers, sustainability reporting and compliance purposes.
What types of batteries do you collect?
Lithium-ion (phones, laptops, power tools), household batteries, lead-acid batteries, rechargeable packs, vape batteries, and UPS or backup power batteries are all collected through our dedicated battery stream.
How much does e-waste and battery recycling cost?
E-waste is typically priced per item or bin, batteries per kilogram, and data destruction as an add-on per device or batch. Contact us for a free, itemised quote based on your equipment and volume.
Other Ways We Help NSW Businesses
E-waste and battery recycling often pairs with these services — explore the full range on our services page.
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Free assessment. Safe battery handling. Data destruction available. Fully documented.