Fluorescent Light Bulb Disposal Fluorescent light bulbs contain
mercury. Discarding used bulbs in the trash allows the mercury
to enter the environment. Businesses that generate hazardous
wastes (large and small quantity generators and conditionally
exempt generators) are required to properly manage the disposal
of fluorescent light bulbs according to the Colorado Hazardous
Waste Regulations. Under these regulations, proper disposal is
through a recycler. For a copy of the regulations concerning
fluorescent light bulbs, contact the Colorado Department of
Public Health and Environment.For a current list of local
recyclers, refer to "Ecocyle's Guide to Hard-to-Recycle
Materials" (http://www.ecocycle.org). There are vendors that
provide the recycling service upon purchase of new bulbs.
Contact your light bulb vendor for more information. There are
low mercury fluorescent light bulbs available. These may not
fall under the current disposal requirements. Contact
manufacturers for more information. These bulbs woul