Who is the largest producer of energy efficent lightbulbs?? and how do i recycle old ones?

Question

Who is the largest producer of energy efficent lightbulbs?? and how do i recycle old ones?

Answer 1

I'm not sure about producers, but I know in the UK you can take IKEAs bulbs back to them in store (collection boxes in the lighting department) and they dispose of them properly (full of chemicals) - don't know if they actually recycle them or if they accept other makes other than their own, but worth a try!

Answer 2

Phillips Lighting is the largest producer.  

What should I do with a CFL when it burns out?  

EPA recommends that consumers take advantage of available local recycling options for compact  fluorescent light bulbs. EPA is working with CFL manufacturers and major U.S. retailers to  expand recycling and disposal options. Consumers can contact their local municipal solid waste  agency directly, or go to www.epa.gov/bulbrecycling or www.earth911.org to identify local  recycling options.   If your state permits you to put used or broken CFLs in the garbage, seal the bulb in two plastic

bags and put it into the outside trash, or other protected outside location, for the next normal trash

collection. CFLs should not be disposed of in an incinerator.  

ENERGY STAR qualified CFLs have a warranty. If the bulb has failed within the warranty period,

look at the CFL base to find the manufacturer’s name. Visit the manufacturer’s web site to find the

customer service contact information to inquire about a refund or replacement.