Recycling Lithium-ion Batteries:Why It Makes Sense

Having worked for the US Environmental Protection Agency for 22 years, Mike Weaver, now retired, continues his advocacy reading and researching environmental topics. In April 2024 he authored a book: “Gas VS Electric Cars:What’s In Your Future” that discusses environmental, historical and economic issues contrasting internal combustion engine and EVs. He is the Environmental Advocate for District 5790 and his plan is to encourage each club to undertake environmental projects. Mike is a member of the Environmental Sustainability Rotary Action Group that is “boots on the ground” for environmental projects supporting the 7th area of focus, Protecting the Environment. Within his own club, Mike devotes time to lithium-ion battery recycling efforts and installing pollinator gardens.