Why is Lamp Recycling So Important?
Monday, August 1, 2016
When
a fluorescent bulb burns out, it seems like an easy fix: throw out the bulb and
replace it. Did you ever think of the consequences of simply throwing out a
spent lamp? While easy, there are serious consequences behind tossing a spent
bulb. Recycling your bulbs should be an essential step in even the smallest
facilities.
It’s
the Law
State and federal regulations enforce the proper
disposal of bulbs, and the consequences for noncompliance can prove to be quite
costly. Some facilities have been fined over fifty thousand dollars for improper
fluorescent lamp disposal. Fines can be avoided by simply taking the right
action that’s environmentally aware.
Health
Hazards
Fluorescent lamps contain dangerous mercury
and heavy metals, and if broken, can introduce your employees to the potential
for mercury exposure. Risking your employees’ safety is not worth the ease of
throwing out a light bulb in the trash.
Environmental
Protection
Not only can broken light bulbs affect
humans, but mercury is a neurotoxin that can affect natural food sources, such
as fish. Consumers care more and more about choosing environmentally-conscious
businesses (we have the proof here), so why not
start with lamp recycling as the perfect first step to going green!
It’s
Easy!
We make bulb recycling easy! You’ll be able
to choose a recycling method that suits your unique facility, and even measure your
efforts to show how your company is making a difference.
Contact Air Cycle today to implement your new lamp-recycling program for your business!
Air Cycle Corporations creates simple, sustainable solutions that make
recycling easy. We are committed to developing these tools and services to help
increase recycling rates while also protecting our environment.
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