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What is the proper recycling/disposal method for businesses?

April 26, 2017businesses disposal method recycling

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What is the proper recycling/disposal method for businesses?

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Disposal of mercury-containing lamps by businesses is regulated under the Universal Waste Rule (UWR) and full Subtitle C hazardous waste regulations. Most businesses cannot dispose of hazardous mercury-containing lamps in municipal solid waste landfills (some exemptions apply) but the UWR allows for streamlined handling that makes it easier to get lamps to appropriate recycling facilities. The federal UWR imposes minimal requirements (no permitting is needed and no special tracking or reporting is required) when businesses send lamps to recyclers. Note that regulations may vary from state-to-state. For more information specific to your state, contact your state environmental regulatory agency. Any lamp recycler can assist in setting up a program. Learn more about how to establish a recycling program.