# RCW 70A.555.050: RCW 70A.555.050: Stewardship program components—Performance goals

> Washington · Statutes · In force

URL: https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_WA_T70A_C555_S050

## Section

- **Citation:** RCW 70A.555.050
- **Heading:** RCW 70A.555.050: Stewardship program components—Performance goals
- **Jurisdiction:** Washington
- **Kind:** Statutes
- **Status:** In force
- **Text as of:** August 14, 2026
- **Source:** Compiled text
- **Location:** Washington Code / Title 70A / Chapter 555 / Section 050

## Text

(1) Each battery stewardship plan must include performance goals that measure, on an annual basis, the achievements of the program. Performance goals must take into consideration technical feasibility and economic practicality in achieving continuous, meaningful progress in improving: (a) The rate of battery collection for recycling in Washington; (b) The recycling efficiency of the program; and (c) Public awareness of the program. (2) The performance goals established in each battery stewardship plan must include, but are not limited to: (a) Target collection rates; (b) Target recycling efficiency rates of at least 60 percent for rechargeable batteries and at least 70 percent for primary batteries; and (c) Goals for public awareness, convenience, and accessibility that meet or exceed the minimum requirements established in RCW 70A.555.070 .

## Nearby sections

- [RCW 70A.555.005 RCW 70A.555.005: Findings.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_WA_T70A_C555_S005.md)
- [RCW 70A.555.010 RCW 70A.555.010: Definitions.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_WA_T70A_C555_S010.md)
- [RCW 70A.555.020 RCW 70A.555.020: Requirement that producers implement a stewardship plan.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_WA_T70A_C555_S020.md)
- [RCW 70A.555.030 RCW 70A.555.030: Role of retailers.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_WA_T70A_C555_S030.md)
- [RCW 70A.555.040 RCW 70A.555.040: Stewardship plan components.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_WA_T70A_C555_S040.md)
- [RCW 70A.555.050 RCW 70A.555.050: Stewardship program components—Performance goals.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_WA_T70A_C555_S050.md)
- [RCW 70A.555.060 RCW 70A.555.060: Stewardship program components—Funding.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_WA_T70A_C555_S060.md)
- [RCW 70A.555.070 RCW 70A.555.070: Stewardship program components—Collection and management requirements.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_WA_T70A_C555_S070.md)
- [RCW 70A.555.080 RCW 70A.555.080: Stewardship program components—Education and outreach requirements.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_WA_T70A_C555_S080.md)
- [RCW 70A.555.090 RCW 70A.555.090: Reporting requirements.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_WA_T70A_C555_S090.md)
- [RCW 70A.555.100 RCW 70A.555.100: Rule making—Fees—Department's duties.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_WA_T70A_C555_S100.md)
- [RCW 70A.555.110 RCW 70A.555.110: Civil actions authorized—Penalties.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_WA_T70A_C555_S110.md)
- [RCW 70A.555.120 RCW 70A.555.120: Responsible battery management account.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_WA_T70A_C555_S120.md)
- [RCW 70A.555.130 RCW 70A.555.130: Marking requirements for batteries.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_WA_T70A_C555_S130.md)

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