Using rechargeable batteries is a green thing to do, yet many people don't consider battery type when they purchase electronic items. For me this is always a major consideration. What always flashes through my green mind is do I have the right type of charger for this battery type? (Or will I need to fill up landfills with batteries?)
Rechargeable batteries aren't right for everything: smoke detectors, remote controls, alarm clocks, and emergency items. For these items you need alkaline because they drain slower.
Rechargers are getting pretty cheap these days and some even come free with the purchase of batteries. Next time you make a tech purchase, consider how you are going to power it! Steer in the direction of rechargeable for maximum green.
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