Light Bulbs/Lamps

Material A
Incandescent lamps.

Appropriate disposal: Waste Bin.

The fine wires in glass processing are difficult to separate and not cost effective as of now to recycle.

Material B
Compact fluorescent lamps.

Appropriate disposal: Recycling.

The glass and metal parts of the lamp are valuable and can absolutely be recycled and should be as they contain mercury.

Material C
Halogen lamps.

Appropriate disposal: waste.

The fine wires in glass processing are difficult to separate and not cost effective as of now to recycle

Material D
LED lamps.

Appropriate disposal: waste/recycling.

It contains no harmful material and can be thrown in the trash however most available LED lights are made of recyclable materials and you should check with your recycling provider.

Material E
Fluorescent light bulb disposal.

Appropriate disposal: recycling.

It contains mercury and no matter what outer material it is made of it should be disposed of through correct recycling.

Best Alternative
In urban areas with modern living systems it is almost impossible to avoid these, but how about simply not purchase extra lamps you don’t need for extra rooms? And when you do, buy Compact Fluorescent lamps or better recyclable LED lights.