recycled
39,000 pounds of batteries
In 2024, the Postal Service recycled 75,000 pounds of small lead-acid and dry cell batteries, including lithium-ion batteries, which are found in cellphones, laptops, scanners and other small electronics.
Environmental Management: Putting our Stamp on a Greener Tomorrow
Compliance with environmental requirements provides a foundation for healthier air and waterways and sustainability success.
- The Postal Service’s “zero discharge” policy mandates that no pollutants be released or discharged into stormwater systems at Postal Service facilities.
- In 2024, the Postal Service recycled:
- 332,500 gallons of used oil — equivalent to saving more than 16 million gallons of crude oil.
- 75,000 pounds of small lead-acid and dry cell batteries, including lithium-ion batteries, which are found in cellphones, laptops, scanners and other small electronics.
- The Postal Service voluntarily reports hazardous chemicals stored on site to local authorities. The voluntary reporting policy meets requirements of the Emergency Planning and Community Right-to-Know Act and supports state and local emergency planning committees and emergency responders.
