Disposable batteries contain many toxic chemicals that end up in our landfills and eventually into the soil contaminating our soil, water, etc. Because of that I’ve been using rechargeable batteries, I’ve tried Duracell 15-minute quick charge, Rayovac and Energizer brands which have all performed fine. Their only drawback was that if you didn’t use the battery right away it would quickly discharge.

Thankfully I discovered Sanyo Eneloop rechargeable batteries that can hold an 80% charge for up to a year! Now I can charge up the batteries, store them and they’re ready whenever I need them. Another clever thing about these Eneloop batteries is that they come in AA and AAA only, but have C and D casings for you to insert AA batteries.

A four pack of Eneloop AA’s cost around $13, Costco had a special package that included eight AA’s, four AAA’s, a charger and some C and D converter cases for around $28 so check out the local Costco near you.

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