Light bulbs became more efficient and longer-lasting ... The issue isn’t just about recycling materials to make other products. Some bulbs contain toxic chemicals that need to stay out of ...

SUNY ESF will collect and recycle all fluorescent, mercury vapor, metal halide and high-pressure sodium light bulbs used on campus. While many of these bulbs may not actually be hazardous, they will ...

fluorescent light bulbs — those long glass tubes — also contain mercury and require careful handling when replacing. Some home centers offer recycling services for these bulbs, too.