PFT #80 - How Rechargeable Batteries Power up Your Budget

<b>When it comes to our finance tips, we haven’t covered reusable batteries as this seems like a no-brainer; and that exactly a case; however, sometimes we need a reminder. <br />Rechargeable batteries have been around since I was a kid in the 70’s and they juiced up my remote control cars and my giant dual tape deck boom box radio. </b><br /><b><br />Now that we are in the 2020’s we still have an insatiable need for batteries for just about anything due to the advanced technology in our daily lives. </b><br /><b><br />So let’s run through some stats on batteries with the most common type which are Single and double A. </b><br /><b><br />When it comes to these rechargeable batteries they will cost more upfront; but the money that you save is far and away better than buying disposable batteries. </b><br /><b><br />Disposables last longer for a one-time use; however, most rechargeable batteries have at least 1,000 - 2,000 charges before they expire. </b><br /><b><br />The other factor is that in many states, the batteries are not recycled and therefore end up in a landfill. In fact, California considers them hazardous waste.</b><br /><b></b><br /><b>Social Media <br /><br />https://www.instagram.com/somm.podcast/<br /><br />https://www.youtube.com/channel/UChec5qcZBcGkIhUU3belNDw<br /><br />https://www.tiktok.com/@somm.podcast?lang=en<br /><br />https://www.facebook.com/somm.podcast<br /><br />https://twitter.com/Somm_podcast<br />The bottom line is that viable product solutions are being offered at blistering pace without sacrificing quality while improving the environment - and as always your pocketbook thanks you. </b><br /><br />This show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in advertising on this podcast, contact us at <a href="https://www.spreaker.com/show/5501411/advertisement">https://www.spreaker.com/show/5501411/advertisement</a>