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Compact Fluorescent Lamps (CFLs)

Compact Fluorescent Lamps (CFLs) use less energy than incandescent lamps (light bulbs) and have a longer life span; however, CFLs contain mercury, a highly toxic substance that can have negative environmental impacts. Develop a lamp purchasing plan that will maximize lamp efficiency while maintaining low mercury content. Help reduce the amount of toxic materials entering the facility’s waste stream by recycling all mercury containing lamps.

Consider light emitting diodes (LEDs) as a cost-effective alternative to CFLs.

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