Fluorescent Lamp Disposal Tips
Disposing of Fluorescent Bulbs
One of the most important things when dealing with fluorescent desk lamps is understanding proper disposal techniques. Fluorescent bulbs are classified as hazardous waste, and so, you are required to properly dispose of bulbs in order to prevent pollution from the mercury.
For businesses, there are a variety of options for disposing of your fluorescent desk lamps. One cheap method is to rely on a pick up service. You pack your fluorescent bulbs into boxes which are then picked up by the recycling company. It's a cheap solution but it requires you to store the bulbs until you are ready to dispose of a large set of them. Alternatively, you can get pre-paid containers from recycling facilities which you can use to ship bulbs as they are used up. This removes the storage needs but will increase your costs significantly.
For general people, it is difficult to establish a safe standard method for disposing of your fluorescent desk lamps. Most states have different policies which can be found at the Association of Lighting And Mercury Recyclers (ALMR) web site. However, in general, you can typically dispose of fluorescent desk lamps at recycling facilities in your area.
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