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Metro Waste Authority urges battery drop‑offs after rising lithium‑battery fires; West Des Moines has three collection sites
Summary
Metro Waste Authority told the West Des Moines council that lithium batteries are driving fires at landfills and recycling facilities, described three local battery drop‑off locations and reported over 14,000 pounds collected toward a 10,000‑pound DNR goal; MWA outlined hazardous‑waste options and proposed manufacturer‑funded legislation.
Metro Waste Authority officials briefed the West Des Moines City Council on March 23 about a battery‑collection campaign they say is needed to reduce fires at landfills and recycling facilities.
MWA representative Michael McCoy (introduced by council staff) said lithium batteries—found in items from toothbrushes to e‑bikes—have become a leading cause of fires in transfer and recycling stations. McCoy described a major…
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