Although no specific language is required for Iowa point-of-sale notices, the notices should indicate to the consumer that land disposal of lead-acid batteries is prohibited and state law requires the retailer to accept lead-acid batteries for recycling when new lead-acid batteries are purchased. Iowa point-of-sale notices must be printed by battery retailers.
With improved cooperation among stakeholders, increased research funding, and by following the circular economy example of lead batteries, the U.S. can regain domestic supply chain security and advance a low-carbon and renewable energy future.