In America, one-in-six children born every year have been exposed to mercury levels so high that they are potentially at risk for learning disabilities, motor skill impairment and short-term memory loss. ............................................................. The Mercury from one fluorescent bulb can pollute 6,000 gallons of water beyond safe levels for drinking. ............................................................. Mercury was number three on the 1997 list of hazardous substances as outlined by the Agency for Toxic Substances and Disease Registry (ATSDR) and the EPA.... more .............................................................
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Light Bulb Recycling Laws Recent changes in environment law make it illegal in several states to throw light bulbs in the trash. Read more about regulatory information here...more ............................................................. Environmental FAQ The Mercury from on fluorescent bulb can pollute 6,000 gallons of water beyond safe levels for drinking. Read more light bulb pollution statistics here...more ............................................................. How This Program Works Recycling light bulbs is easy and affordable at LightBulbRecycling.com FedEx will come to your door to pickup your used bulbs and send them to an EPA-approved recycling facility...more
