Recycle Fluorescent Tubes

silver-tipped, green-tipped, compact fluorescent bulbs

Building occupants: please contact custodial

Custodial Staff

MDEQ and EPA Universal Rules state that all fluorescent,sodium and halogen bulbs must be handled properly

1. Silver-tipped, green-tipped fluorescent tubes and compact fluorescent bulbs MUST BE BOXED SEPARATELY!
2. To request a box call our Hotline:355-1723
3. Properly seal box
4. Label "used electric lamps"
5. Handle properly to prevent breakage
6. Request pick-up of FULL BOXES ONLY
   

Current Problem

silver-tipped, green-tipped fluorescent and compact fluorescent bulbs that are crushed and boxed together.

The Office of Recycling WILL NOT pick up boxes unless they meet the Universal Rule Requirements.

Recycling Fact: Silver-tipped fluorescent tubes contain mercury, which has been identified as a Persistent Bioaccumlative Toxin (PBT). The proper handling of fluorescent tubes help reduce the mercury load that may be released to the environment; and reduces exposure that University staff and others may have if tubes are improperly disposed.