Candle Shape
(3)
CFL Tube Shape
(5)
Club Shape
(1)
Cylinder Shape
(2)
Full Spiral Shape
(12)
Global Shape
(3)
Half Spiral Shape
(32)
LED Lamp
(11)
Lotus Shape
(8)
Reflector Shape
(5)
U Shape
(32)
Umbrella Shape
(6)
LED Flashlight
(19)
As environmental awareness expands, many people have become eager to do their part by conserving energy. Mini fluorescent light bulbs or compact fluorescent lights (CFLs) have made a considerable difference in lowering energy consumption in America. However, these energy-saving bulbs do have a drawback. Many people are surprised to learn that each CFL contains small amounts of dangerous mercury. When disposed of improperly, these bulbs can contaminate your home and the environment. If you need to dispose of your mini-fluorescent light bulbs, take them to a recycling center, where they can be dealt with safely.
Energy saving lights bulbs are also sometimes known as compact fluorescent light bulbs (CFL). These light bulbs and other fluorescent bulbs contain mercury, so it is a good idea to properly dispose of them. Otherwise, energy saving light bulbs can leak mercury into the soil and water supply. Your state may have recycling facilities that receive burned out energy saving light bulbs.
Energy Savings Light Bulb Disposal
Remove burned out bulbs from the socket carefully. If your town or city has a receiving center or recycling facility for fluorescent light bulbs, collect and drop off your burned out bulbs.
Place the energy savings light bulb inside a plastic bag and tie it firmly shut. Dispose of your burned out energy saving light bulbs with your regular trash.
Disposing of Broken Energy Saving Light Bulbs
Sweep up all the shards of a broken bulb together and place them in a tightly closed plastic bag. Double bag the broken pieces by tying another plastic bag around the first.
Launder your clothing if glass shards touch your clothing or other fabrics. Use a damp paper towel to wipe your shoes down and pick up any fragments that might be left behind.
Air out the room for at least fifteen minutes and don't allow children or pets to come in.
Dispose of the broken energy saving light bulb at a recycling facility or in your trash.
