From KVUE, July 21, 2008...
There is little doubt that compact fluorescent lamps (CFLs) use less energy and last longer than traditional bulbs, but they do come with a major drawback -- they contain small amounts of mercury and should not be thrown away in the trash.
There is little doubt that compact fluorescent lamps (CFLs) use less energy and last longer than traditional bulbs, but they do come with a major drawback -- they contain small amounts of mercury and should not be thrown away in the trash.
Waste Management is launching a new program in hopes that people won't throw them in the garbage -- "Think Green From Home."
"They are more energy efficient, they last significantly longer than the old bulbs but they do come with a little asterisk. They do contain a small amount of mercury," said Steve Jacobs, Waste Management.
The program allows you to order a small box from Waste Management to store old bulbs. There is a special bag inside to protect against mercury exposure.
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