Fluorescent Tube and Bulb Recycling:

Silver-Tipped, Green-Tipped and 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. Handled 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: 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.

Member of:

National Recycling Coalition
Michigan Recycling Coalition
College and University Recycling Council