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Compact Fluorescent Light Bulbs (CFLs)
Instructions
All fluorescent bulbs are considered hazardous waste. Drop fluorescents and compact fluorescents (CFLs) off at the Berkeley Community Conservation Center, 1231 Second Street (Mon-Sat 9am-4pm). You can call them at: 510-524-0113 Alternately, you can dispose of them at the Alameda County HHW (Household Hazardous Waste) Collection Facility at 2100 E 7th St, Oakland, CA 94606, (800) 606-6606, or any other Alameda County HHW facility.
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Replace fluorescent light bulbs with more efficient, energy saving, LED bulbs.
Facts
Fluorescent and compact fluorescent bulbs contain trace amounts of mercury, requiring proper handling and certification for final disposal. They are considered Household Hazardous Waste (HHW).
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