Ive been hearing a lot about the proper disposal of household batteries, fluorescent bulbs/tubes, and other items called “universal waste”. Whats the deal?
Until recently, households and some small businesses were allowed to put common batteries, electronic devices, and fluorescent light bulbs in the trash. Homeowners could also throw away mercury-containing thermostats in the same manner. As of February 9, 2006, however, these items must be treated like the hazardous universal wastes they are.
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