nwrf & woodsy owl at ces 2026: sAFE AND RESPONSIBLE BATTERY DISPOSAL
Every year, thousands of fires caused by batteries occur in homes, offices, and recycling centers. When thrown away, the batteries in old laptops, toys, tools, phones, and so much more can easily spark, igniting dangerous fires that are incredibly difficult to extinguish. You have the power to stop them.
About the Event: Join Woodsy Owl and the National Waste & Recycling Foundation at CES in Las Vegas from January 6th - 9th as they bring an urgent safety message to the world’s most influential tech event. “Skip the Bin, Turn Your Batteries In”
Visit the exhibit to learn about the serious fire risks posed by improperly discarded batteries in trash and recycling, and learn how to properly dispose of batteries safely.
Visit Woodsy and the NWRF at booth #21217 in the central hall. At the booth:
Escape the hustle of CES and into the woods at Woodsy’s campsite retreat.
Tour an immersive 1970s retro Airstream and test your battery knowledge.
Learn the proper and safest methods for disposing of electronics and batteries.
Explore the National Battery Safety Campaign and the new Public Service Announcement.
Tune in to fireside chats to hear NWRF President and CEO, Michael E. Hoffman, and industry experts discuss the devastating impact of battery fires and how to prevent them.
Meet US Forest Service’s Woodsy Owl and pledge to "Skip the Bin—Turn Your Batteries In!”
Connect with NWRF to learn more about the national campaign and how your company can get involved.
Visit booth 21217 at CES
Learn about the serious fire risks posed by improperly discarded batteries and how to dispose of batteries safely.