Recycling Compact Fluorescent Bulbs
Compact Fluorescents have come a long way—they last longer, burn brighter, and look more like regular incandescent bulbs than ever before. There's just one little problem—they contain mercury. So when your CFLs burn out, you'll need to dispose of them properly.
To ensure that even the smallest traces of mercury don't end up in our landfills and water supplies, some companies that sell or manufacture compact fluorescent bulbs are coming up with their own recycling programs. Some WalMart locations host occasional CFL collections.
For information on CFL recycling programs in your area, go to lamprecycling.org.
