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Problematic energy saving lightbulbs
4 May 2007 11:05 amYesterday, ![[livejournal.com profile]](https://www.dreamwidth.org/img/external/lj-userinfo.gif)
undyingking pointed out this article about the correct treatment of broken energy saving lightbulbs. Until then I had been unaware that they contain mercury which is quite a problematic substance if it's not handled properly, i.e. just dumped in the bin.
In an attempt to look into this further, I contacted ebulbshop.com where I get my CLF lightbulbs from, asking about tips for disposal and why isn't any easily accessible info about the mercury issue on their website.
I first got a quick blah response directing me to their website (which hasn't got any info I could find) and this website which deals with recycling of problematic products. After I complained about the lack of info about the potential environmental hazard of a product that is supposed to be good for the environment (by using less energy), I got another, rather impressive response, from the MD no less:
( Full email )
I was very impressed and will report on anything happening. I'd be happy if they include a clearly visible link to a page pointing out the potential hazard and disposal instructions.
(crossposted togreenlifestyle)
undyingking pointed out this article about the correct treatment of broken energy saving lightbulbs. Until then I had been unaware that they contain mercury which is quite a problematic substance if it's not handled properly, i.e. just dumped in the bin.In an attempt to look into this further, I contacted ebulbshop.com where I get my CLF lightbulbs from, asking about tips for disposal and why isn't any easily accessible info about the mercury issue on their website.
I first got a quick blah response directing me to their website (which hasn't got any info I could find) and this website which deals with recycling of problematic products. After I complained about the lack of info about the potential environmental hazard of a product that is supposed to be good for the environment (by using less energy), I got another, rather impressive response, from the MD no less:
( Full email )
I was very impressed and will report on anything happening. I'd be happy if they include a clearly visible link to a page pointing out the potential hazard and disposal instructions.
(crossposted to
greenlifestyle)
