Lithium battery fires

Lithium batteries have caused fires in the rubbish lorries. Please do not put batteries in your waste or recycling bin. All batteries (including lithium batteries from e-bikes and e-scooters and other re-chargeable devices) can be taken to the Reuse and Recycling Centre at Northumberland Wharf.

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Environment & waste

Read the Tower Hamlets Waste Management Strategy 2018 to 2030.

In this section you can find out how to apply for planning permission, order recycling bags and bid for cheaper energy through our home energy efficiency programme.