1. The recycling solution for manufacturers and marketers of rechargeable batteries and products containing them. IF IT’S RECHARGEABLE, IT’S RECYCLABLE The recycling solution for manufacturers and marketers of rechargeable batteries and cell phones. WWW.RBRC.ORG1.800.8.BATTERY IF IT’S RECHARGEABLE, IT’S RECYCLABLE WWW.CALL2RECYCLE.ORG

2. The Rechargeable Battery Recycling Corporation (RBRC) is a non-profit, public service organization that… Operates rechargeable battery collection and recycling programs throughout Canada and the U.S. Provides easy collection, transportation, and recycling solutions for manufacturers, marketers and collectors of rechargeable batteries. Educates users about the benefits of recycling rechargeable batteries through effective marketing and PR programs. Who is RBRC?

3. *RBRC will only accept small sealed lead portable rechargeable batteries weighing up to 2lbs/1kg each. If it’s Rechargeable, It’s Recyclable! Nickel Cadmium (NiCd)Nickel Metal Hydride (Ni-MH) Lithium Ion (Li-ion)Small Sealed Lead* (Pb)

4. As well …. Cell Phones In 2004, RBRC announces new national program, Call2Recycle™, for recycling old cell phones, as well as used rechargeable batteries. MORE THAN 56% of old cell phones are laying around the house in the U.S. and Canada. A portion of the proceeds generated from the refurbishment and resale of these cell phones benefits select charities.

6. RBRC Battery Recycling Seals NICKEL CADMIUMLITHIUM-ION SMALL SEALED LEAD* NICKEL METAL HYDRIDE *RBRC will only accept small sealed lead portable rechargeable batteries weighing up to 2lbs/1Kg each.

7. Collection Materials RBRC makes collecting rechargeable batteries & cell phones easier than ever. The boxes are pre-assembled and include a bag dispenser—so bags are right where you need them. You can use the same box for both rechargeable batteries & cell phones.

8. Point-of-Sale Materials RBRC offers signage to help promote the rechargeable battery recycling program at retail collection sites.

9. Customized Support

10. National Canadian Retailers THE FOLLOWING RETAILERS recycle both rechargeable batteries and cell phones.

11. RBRC Reaching Millions RBRC’s television Public Service Announcement (PSA) features our corporate spokesperson Canadian Hockey Legend, Guy Lafleur

16. A valuable resource for all our audiences. An online search engine allows consumers to find the battery drop-off location nearest them. Businesses, Communities and Retailers can sign up as a recycling program participant. Current partners can order additional communication materials, POS and recycling supplies. Editors can download current press releases and photos. Teachers can download a free lesson plan. www.rbrc.org – www.call2recycle.org

17. Where can I Recycle my Rechargeable Batteries & Cell Phones? Call 1-800-8-BATTERY or 877-2-RECYCLE, our toll-free help line. Log on to www.rbrc.org or www.call2recycle.org to use the zip and postal code locator for Canada and the U.S. The on-line locator displays all drop-off locations within a 25 mile radius. The locator also displays a listing of national retail partners who accept rechargeable batteries for recycling. RBRC offers two easy ways to find the drop-off location nearest you.

18. If you have more questions or would like to become a participant, please contact RBRC directly: RBRC PO Box 236, STN E Toronto, ON Canada M6H 4E2 888-224-9764 phone santler@rbrc.ca www.rbrc.org www.call2recycle.org Need more information?