The electronics sector increasing at a linearly exponential rate has corresponded with a corresponding increase in electronic waste. E-waste is defined as a range of electrical and electronic devices that have been thrown away such as computers, mobile phones, televisions among others. It can be a great danger to the environment as well as human health. E-waste disposure is often associated with the emission of harmful chemicals such as lead, mercury, cadmium and arsenic, which when released into the environment may pollute soil, water, and air.

With many countries around the globe starting to notice this phenomenon, battery waste represents one of the greatest environmental threats in the modern context. Battery waste is becoming more and more alarming around the world. The rapid growth of the electronics industry has led to an unprecedented increase in battery waste. However, improper battery waste management and disposal practices may cause adverse environmental impacts, health risks, and wastage of otherwise precious resources.