Bapu

Circular

and infinite energy

What is
BAPU

ENERGY IS CIRCULAR, AND WE RECYCLE IT

Lead-acid batteries are considered hazardous special waste. That’s why BAPU exists—a non-profit organization that coordinates, together with authorized waste managers, the logistics for the collection and recycling of used batteries in Ecuador, preventing improper disposal from harming the environment and human health. BAPU complies with the provisions of Ministerial Agreement 034, issued by the Ministry of the Environment, Water, and Ecological Transition.

Ecovalor

ECOVALOR: THE VALUE OF CARING FOR ONE ANOTHER

ECOVALOR represents the contribution made by every actor in the value chain to finance the management model for used lead-acid batteries. This contribution must be clearly itemized on sales invoices for new batteries—sold by participating brands across the country—under the label “Ecovalor Batería.”
In doing so, we ensure transparency and full legal compliance in the operation.

How much is the Ecovalor Battery?
MOTOR VEHICLE

Car, truck, van,
caravan batteries, etc.
0.25 cents + IVA.

MOTORIZED VEHICLE

Motorcycle batteries.
0.15 cents + IVA.

UPS
BATTERY

UPS battery up to 15 kg,
0.05 cents + IVA.

UPS battery from +15 kg up to 80 Kg
0.15 cents + IVA.

You Pay It Today, You Benefit for a Lifetime
You Pay It Today, You Benefit for a Lifetime

ONE

Environment
Proper treatment of materials from used batteries helps keep our land and waterways clean. By recycling your battery, you contribute to keeping our water, soil, and food chain free from hazardous waste.

TWO

Health

Did you know that water pollution is one of the leading causes of malnutrition worldwide? When families consume contaminated water, they can suffer from diseases like diarrhea, which, when prolonged, leads to chronic malnutrition in children.

THREE

Ecuador

Ecuador is a treasure trove of biodiversity, home to some of the planet’s richest hotspots and holding 20% of the world’s bird diversity. It also hosts iconic species such as the jaguar, spectacled bear, sloth, howler monkey, and puma. Avoiding harmful practices is crucial for protecting its unique ecosystems and all the beauty they contain.

FOUR

Circular Economy

Vehicle starter batteries are a perfect example of a circular economy, as lead can be infinitely reused. Moreover, batteries made from recycled materials perform just as well as those made from new materials.

FIVE

Future Generations

Thinking about the future means thinking about those who come after us—and they deserve a clean environment. Recycling is an act of generosity, a commitment to our children and to all future generations. It’s a minimal cost for a massive impact. For them, for us, for the planet.

SIX

Partnerships & Collective Action

Collective action is fundamental to improving waste management and achieving sustainable development goals. Taking responsibility for waste management is an act of generosity—a commitment to our children and all future generations. For them, for us, for the planet.

Partners

Your contribution helps us prevent used batteries from harming the entire planet