Specialty and Architectural Lighting — Environment
Light Bulb Disposal and Recycling - The How and Why
Posted by George on for ProLampSales
The EPA recommends that all consumers learn how to dispose of light bulbs, and for good reason. Fluorescent, LED, CFL and the many other types of light bulbs contain toxic materials that are harmful to your personal health and the environment. But did you know that they can be recycled,...
Going Greener by Recycling Burnt Out Light Bulbs
Posted by Nick on for ProLampSales
One of the main benefits of replacing incandescent and halogen lighting with CFL or LED is the lower energy usage and bills that result. Even these types of bulbs burn out, making all types of light bulbs prime candidates for recycling. Incandescent & Halogen Bulbs The bad news is that...
What to Know About Mercury in Fluorescent, Ultraviolet, and HID Bulbs
Posted by Dave on for ProLampSales
Reasonable care should be taken in both the handling of broken light bulbs and the disposal of burned out bulbs that contain mercury. For decades, fluorescent and CFL bulbs have been used widely in commercial and residential general lighting settings, but there has been a vast increase in homeowners, businesses,...