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How to Recycle Lighting
LEDs, CFLs, and fluorescent tubes that require special handling and recycling.
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LED Bulbs
Light-emitting diode bulbs containing electronic circuits and rare earth elements that can be recycled through specialized programs.
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CFL Bulbs
Compact fluorescent lamps containing approximately 4mg of mercury per bulb that must be recycled to prevent environmental contamination.
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Fluorescent Tubes
Linear fluorescent lamps containing 5-15mg of mercury that must be recycled at specialized facilities to prevent environmental contamination.
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Halogen Bulbs
High-intensity tungsten halogen bulbs that can be recycled for their metal components and specialized glass.
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Incandescent Bulbs
Traditional tungsten filament bulbs that are largely non-recyclable but can be repurposed or have components recovered.
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High-Intensity Discharge (HID) Lamps
High-output lamps including metal halide, high-pressure sodium, and mercury vapor bulbs that contain hazardous materials requiring specialized recycling.
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Neon and Argon Lights
Gas-filled glass tubes containing mercury and noble gases that require specialized recycling due to hazardous components.
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Holiday and String Lights
Decorative light strings including LED and incandescent holiday lights that can be recycled for their wire copper and electronic components.
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LED Strip Lights
Flexible LED strips and tape lights containing electronic circuits and adhesives that require specialized e-waste recycling.
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Emergency and Exit Lighting
Battery-powered emergency lights and exit signs containing rechargeable batteries and specialized circuits requiring separate component recycling.
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