Will the places that take my rechargeable batteries also recycle my AA and other regular batteries?
Single-use alkaline batteries (AA, AAA, C, D-cells) may or may not be welcome in your nearest store’s battery recycling bin. If they are accepted, it may be just a “goodwill gesture” rather than real recycling. Individuals and organizations can recycle alkaline cells, but there is ALWAYS a cost to do so.