The Green Bay Packers announced they will team up with Batteries Plus, the nation’s leading specialty battery retailer, to launch a new battery recycling initiative to educate and raise awareness about battery recycling among Packers fans.
The partnership was announced today at Lambeau Field, with U.S. Secretary of Energy Jennifer Granholm and others from the Department of Energy in attendance to show support for the initiative.
Through the partnership, fans will be encouraged to bring their used batteries to their local Batteries Plus store to utilize free recycling drop-offs that will be available in the coming weeks. Wisconsin recyclers will be eligible to win experiences, prizes and other incentives, including the opportunity to present the game ball before a Packers home game this season. Wisconsin schools also will be invited to participate in battery recycling contests, with the winning classroom receiving a memorable, exclusive Lambeau Field experience.
Fans can look for the Batteries Plus display, which will entertain fans while providing more info about battery recycling, on the Fan Walkway on the east side of Lambeau Field prior to Saturday’s Family Night. The display will also be available before the Sept. 29 game against Minnesota and the Oct. 13 game against Arizona.
“The Green Bay Packers are proud to be a part of this vital initiative,” said Aaron Popkey, Packers director of public affairs. “As a team deeply rooted in the community, we recognize the importance of sustainability and are committed to promoting responsible recycling practices among our fans.”
