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IKEA says it wants to encourage its customers to use rechargeable batteries. Regular use of rechargeable batteries saves customers money in the long run while producing less waste in their homes.

Numerous comparative life cycle analysis studies show that for general household appliances (toys, flashlights, portable speakers, cameras) that require regular charging due to their higher energy consumption, alkaline batteries have a higher environmental impact than rechargeable nickel-metal hydride (NiMH) batteries, the paper says.