How do I dispose of Mercury in Boston, MA?

Found here: http://britneyperezclintonobama.blogspot.com/2007/09/how-do-i-dispose-of-mercury-in-boston.html

How do I dispose of Mercury in Boston, MA?

So energy efficient light bulbs are all the rage right now.

I switched, you switched,
Red fish, blue fish...

(had to)

We (hopefully) have all noticed the warning label about the mercury in the bulbs and how you can't just toss 'em in the trash. So I looked online to find out how to properly dispose of Hg...

What?!? It costs MONEY?!?

The good news is - it doesn't have to cost you. Although Mass hasn't sorted out a state-wide program yet - there are some volunteers. Surprisingly IKEA and many hardware stores offer disposal services, Wal-Mart had a light bulb disposal drive in July. There are also a number of Towns that voluntarily offer this service. There is one in Cambridge, one in Newton and one in Chelsea - to name a few. Specifically, this would be offered by a town/city's Public Works department.

I hope this was helpful.

I'm also hopeful that within the next 10 years Massachusetts will figure this out. FYI - 10 years is the (supposed) life expectancy of the bulb.

If you haven't switched yet, I would seriously consider it. A 100 watt bulb can be replaced by an energy efficient bulb (with the same luminescence) but only 13-23 watts.

What does this mean to you? Saving $

Check out this GREAT informational resource - put in layman's terms, and a quick read: How much does electricity Cost

Why should you care? Electricity in Mass is 18 cents per Kwh... if you don't know what that means it's not important (but you can learn w/ above link) If you don't like to learn - use the quick calculator on the page to see what your 60 W, 75 W and 100 W bulbs are costing you... oh yeah, MA electricity is currently the 2nd highest rate... 2nd only to Hawaii.

Which blows.

Oh yeah, and what are the benefits of your effort to go a little green? Electricity production burns fossil fuels. We've depleted half of our fossil fuel pool already... somethings gotta change.

And by the way... I believe in you.


Other resources to learn where to bring your bulbs:

Newmoa.org

City of Chelsea's Program