Power2Recycle
East Penn’s First On-Site Battery Recycling Event Draws Over 300 Vehicles, Collects Over 800 Batteries
May 4, 2026East Penn Manufacturing is proud to announce the successful results of its first-ever public Power2Recycle drive-thru battery return event, held April 25 in Lyon Station, PA. In just four hours, the event welcomed 307 vehicles and collected 828 used lead…
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Meet the Power2Recycle Battery Return Team
April 20, 2026When our guests come through our April 25 Power2Recycle drive-thru event, they’ll be greeted by some familiar faces from our factory sales store: Robert, Todd, and Brittany, who have a combined 19 years of experience helping customers every day. At…
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APRIL 25 BATTERY RECYCLING EVENT FAQs
March 25, 2026When and where is the event taking place? The drive-thru recycling event will be held April 25 from 8 AM to 12 PM at the administration building of East Penn Manufacturing. This is ACROSS THE STREET from our manufacturing facilities….
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Get Paid 2X the Amount to Recycle Your Used Lead Batteries: April 25 Only!
March 13, 2026Got an old car battery taking space in your garage? It’s time to do something about it. WHY. Because it’s worth it. On April 25 from 8am-12pm, East Penn will host a Power2Recycle event to promote the recycling of lead…
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Lead: A Critical Mineral for a Sustainable Future
November 13, 2025The U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) recently made a historic update. On November 7, it added lead to the 2025 List of Critical Minerals. This recognition underscores what many in the battery and recycling industries have known for decades: lead is…
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Fuel Efficiency Matters More in Cooler Weather. Here’s How to Maximize It.
November 4, 2025As temperatures drop, your vehicle’s fuel efficiency often does too. According to the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE), cold weather can lower gas mileage by up to 20% for short trips, since engines take longer to reach optimal operating temperatures….
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Powering Change, Right Here in Pennsylvania
October 17, 2025Pennsylvania isn’t just home. It’s a place where innovation and sustainability come together. East Penn Manufacturing is proof: By combining cutting-edge battery technology with our Power2Recycle initiative, we’re helping consumers make a real environmental impact. Through Power2Recycle, our consumers play…
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Battery Council International: North America’s Recycling Deficit Highlights Need for Stronger Domestic Capacity
At East Penn Manufacturing, we’re proud to share insights from Battery Council International (BCI), the leading voice of the battery industry on recycling, sustainability, and supply chain resilience. The following post was originally published on the BCI website and highlights…
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Greenwashing vs. Genuine Sustainability: Why UL Validation Matters
September 22, 2025We’ve all seen the buzzwords — eco-friendly, sustainable, recyclable, green. They make us feel good about the choices we’re making, but how often do we stop and ask: Are these claims actually true? The reality is that not all “green”…
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Should you throw your dead battery in the ocean? Really?
August 27, 2025Should you throw your dead battery in the ocean? Really? NO! Absolutely NOT! Over the last few years, there’s been misinformation posted online claiming that throwing dead batteries in the ocean is good for the environment. Here’s an example…
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