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"  It is hard to monitor hazardous waste because people don&amp;#039;t like to admit they&amp;#039;re dumping it. Most people don&amp;#039;t even know how much they actually have--up to 100 pounds of leftover paints, poisons, solvents and other chemicals per household, according to the Environmental Protection Agency. Improper disposal of hazardous substances can be dangerous for garbage collectors, and the environmental risks are even greater: A single gallon of motor oil dumped down a storm drain can contaminate a million gallons of drinking water. But the biggest emerging problem is electronic waste: In the next 20 years, the average consumer can expect to throw out a cellphone per year and a computer every second year, each one potentially loaded with toxics like lead, mercury and brominated flame retardants. 2 Tips to Reduce Your Hazardous Waste Footprint 1. Ringleader You can safely recycle cellphones and the rechargeable batteries in laptops, cameras and cordless power tools at any of 30,000 retail stores (rbrc.org). 2. Motor Head Any shop that does oil changes will accept small amounts of used motor oil. Get a pan with a grate where you can let the filter drain overnight, and a tight-fitting lid to store oil from multiple changes. Toxic Screen: What To Do With Hazardous Household Waste Car batteries Problem: Lead Solution: Most dealers who sell batteries take them back for recycling. Paint Problem: Solvents Solution: Check earth911.org for recycling programs; if none exist nearby, consult your local EPA office or sanitation department. cFL bulbs Problem: Mercury  Solution: Search for local bulb-recycling options at epa.gov/bulb recycling. Antifreeze Problem: Lead, cadmium and chromium Solution: Some service stations and auto repair shops accept it; otherwise, consult your local EPA office. "^^<http://www.w3.org/2001/XMLSchema#string>
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