How Do You Help Environment By Recycling Cfls?
CFL stands for compact flurescent light, CFL bulbs emit less mercury into the environment than the traditional incandescent light bulbs. Also, CFL bulbs are much more energy efficient than incandescent light bulbs when produce the same amount of light. Finally, CFL bulbs have much longer lifetime, typically as high as 10 times longer lifetime than traditional incandescent light bulbs. However, CFL bulbs contain mercury, so follow these steps to dispose them appropriately. First, if discarded in trash and then disposed in landfills, CFL bulbs will break and release mercury into the environment. To protect our environment, please consider recycling them. In fact, Environmental Protection Agency strongly recommend the recycling of all mercury-containing light bulbs. Second, some states mandate recycling CFL bulbs. Please check your state’s specific requirements and avoid violating your state laws. Most local governments offer drop off locations for hazardous items or have hazardous waste
