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Light Bulbs

Incadescent light bulb, LED, CFL, fluroscent, halogen

 

Reduce

You can reduce the need for light bulbs:

  • Take advantage of natural lighting were possible by opening curtains and blinds
  • If you are retrofitting or building a new house ask your architect or builder about where best to place windows or skylights to take advantage of natural light
  • Consider installing timers or sensors which will help make your bulbs last longer by only having them on when you need them
  • Consider where you could cheaply replace outdoor lights with simple outdoor solar lights
  • Change to mercury free CFL (Compact Fluroscent Light) bulbs
  • Change to LED lights

 

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Recycle

You can recycle CFL, fluroscent and halogen light bulbs.

Where do I recycle them?

 

Incandescent lights cannot be recycled.

Disposal

Incandescent light bulbs cannot be recycled.  The next best practical option is disposal to regional landfill through your local rubbish collection service.

How do I dispose of it?
  • Wrap the bulb in newspaper
  • Place in refuse wheelie bin or approved refuse bag

 

Where do I dispose of it?