Rechargeable Batteries

Americans throw away something like 3 billion batteries a year.  That is absolutely awful!  The worst part of it is, it's completely unnecessary.

We could prevent billions of batteries being thrown into our landfills by purchasing and using rechargeable batteries.  Rechargeable batteries can be used and reused hundreds of times.

Several years ago, Rayovac came out with a fantastic line of 15 minute rechargeable batteries.  I've been using the same charger for my AA and AAA batteries for years.  Of course the batteries are more expensive in the beginning, but I save hundreds or even thousands of dollars in the long run because I'm using the same batteries over and over.

Now, there are some valid arguments against using rechargeable batteries.  Truth be told, they don't last as long as alkaline batteries.  However, if you buy extras, and always have charged ones available, you'll never lack for power.  Besides, it's only 15 minutes to recharge the batteries if they are depleted.  Just for emergencies, I do carry around two AA alkaline batteries in case I need them.  But to be honest, I've only used them a couple of times for a few minutes here and there.

Bottom line is, you can save yourself a ton of money and save the earth in the process.

- Dan Nainan, Comedian

- Dan Nainan, Indian Comedian