by diy naturally 10.09 We all love our mobile devices; cell phones, laptops, blackberries. But the batteries to make these gadgets work wreak havoc on our environment in landfills. Here are a few tips on how you can stretch the life of your batteries and keep less from going into the landfill.
- Go for the plug-in. Most gadgets come with an A/C power adapter. If you go for this option, plugging in will use less resources.
- Keep your batteries cool and/or insulated. You can increase the life of your car battery by keeping it insulated in the cold months and keeping it cool during the summer. Try an insulation blanket when you store your battery over night.
- Use your phone during strong reception. Using your phone with a low reception can drain the battery much quicker than if you have a strong reception. If you wait for a stronger reception your cell phone battery will last longer.
- Keep your Laptop cool. This will not only help lengthen the life of the battery but also the life span of you laptop. A good way to keep your laptop cool is to not use it on your lap. This will constrict the flow of air the fan is pushing around to help keep your laptop and the battery cool. Instead opt for a table or get a laptop shelf that fits over your lap.
- Replace one battery at a time. Most tv remotes, alarm clocks and other battery operated gadgets use 2 AA batteries. When the device stops working it could be due to just 1 battery going dead. Instead of replacing both batteries, invest in a battery tester and only replace the dead battery.
Of course it is always a good idea to recycle, even batteries.
