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How Green are CFL light builds, really?
CFL's are supposted to be green because they require less energy. Now, because the Edison Standard was a simple design (Glass, aluminum and wire) and was completely recylcable, I assume that the CFL's are much harder to make and can't be recycled.
So, how much pollution is created when a CFL light build is made? Surely there must be some chemical run off or Green house gasses made. How much polution are CFL's going to make, when they do eventually die, and go into landfills?
Well, there's the information that gets more attention and advertising - they use up to 70-75% less energy and last up to ten times as long. While there are exceptions (some are duds, same as normal incandescent bulbs), the numbers do hold reasonably true. In that light, CFLs help reduce the pollution associated with energy production.
I think your real question pertains to physical waste and the mercury in them... CFLs contain about 5 mg of mercury per bulb, and mercury IS an environmental concern. Many states and municipalities have recycling programs setup to address the proper disposal of CFLs. In areas that do not, there are many websites out there that allow you to mail your discarded CFLs to their organization for proper disposal or recycling. But that doesn't mean everyone will opt to do that or even care. The problems break down like this:
1) Most people will just throw used CFL bulbs in the trash, rather than recycle them.
Recycling CFL bulbs has not been made easy, and therefore the majority of people will just not recycle them.
2) The process of recycling isn't really sufficient (yet):
From making recycling services and facilities available, to the actual recycling process (a whole other issue you can look up online). That's why many states have made throwing CFL bulbs in the trash illegal... but how do you enforce something like that?. But on a good note, there's progress being made all the time and more and more companies taking ownership of the problem.
3) The bulbs break before they get to the landfill.
They break in garbage containers and dumpsters, they break in the garbage trucks and/or at the landfill - exposing people and communities to potentially high levels of mercury when that happens.
So - back to your question - How "green" are CFL light bulbs?
Well, I still think very 'green' in concept. People who buy them need to take responsibility for their actions, and there in lies the problem. But here's why I still think they're a 'greener' option than the other bulbs out there (incandescent and halogen, etc).
1) Even though fluorescent bulbs contain mercury, using them contributes less mercury to the environment than using regular incandescent bulbs. That's because they use less electricity — and coal-fired power plants are the biggest source of mercury emissions in the air.
2) They do use less energy - so even if it's not a mercury issue, it's a cost of providing energy - whether it comes from oil/gas to produce the energy, or whatever the source.
3) As I said above, technology for recycling CFL bulbs is advancing and more companies are taking ownership of the issue... (now if only more people would too)... But we'll get there - of that I am confident.
4) Having to use fewer bulbs (over time) contributes fewer non-biodegradable items to the landfills.
But you can do your part to help this issue evolve into something that is truely green...
You can urge stores that sell the bulbs to help recycle them, or companies who produce them. You can educate people around you on HOW to properly recycle or start your own collection site. Educate people on the dangers in the first place. The list there really could be limitless at this point, but I hope this gives you a little more information on the topic - there's a LOT of information to be found online and it's constantly changing/evolving for the better...
I've included a good link below that can give you more info on recycling CFLs...
Good luck!
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40 LIGHT BULBS BULB CFL CANDELABRA PAR30 PAR38 HALOGEN $15.00 |
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12 COMPACT FLUORESCENT LIGHT BULBS CFL 23W = 100WATT $14.50 |
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NEW 250 WATT CFL GROW LIGHT 6500K 6 MO WARRANTY $89.95 |
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24 COMPACT FLUORESCENT LIGHT BULBS CFL 23W = 100 WATT $28.99 |
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250W 8U 6400K E40 CFL Grow Light Bulb / Lamp BLUE $37.93 |
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13W=60W CFL Compact Fluorescent Light Bulbs - pack of 4 $15.50 |
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72 Compact Fluorescent Light Bulbs 23w=100w cfl LOT $64.99 |
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72 Compact Fluorescent Light Bulbs 15w=75w cfl LOT $64.99 |
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10pk 60W Compact Fluorescent Light Bulb CFL 13W NEW!!!! $24.95 |
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12 COMPACT FLUORESCENT LIGHT BULBS CFL 19W = 75WATT $14.50 |
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Compact FLUORESCENT grow light bulb CFL 21w 2700K new $19.99 |
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16 COMPACT FLUORESCENT LIGHT BULBS CFL 13WATT=60WATT $19.75 |
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BLACK LIGHT BULB fluorescent cfl blacklite BRIGHTER 15w $9.99 |
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20 COMPACT FLUORESCENT LIGHT BULBS cfl 13w flourescent $30.00 |
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NEW 250 WATT CFL GROW LIGHT 2700K with SOCKET CORDSET $119.90 |
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24 Energy Saving Compact Fluorescent Light Bulbs CFL $30.00 |
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6pk 65W Compact Fluorescent Light Bulb CFL R30 NEW 15W $29.95 |
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NEW 125 watt Feliz CFL 6500K GROW LIGHT with REFLECTOR $74.90 |
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20 COMPACT FLUORESCENT LIGHT BULBS CFL 13WATT= 60WATT $23.50 |
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12 COMPACT FLUORESCENT LIGHT BULBS CFL 19W = 75WATT $14.99 |
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12 FLUORESCENT LIGHT BULBS CFL NON-SPIRAL OUTER 14W=60W $15.99 |
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LED Halogen CFL Light Bulb Lamp Adapter B22 to E27 Base $3.38 |
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LED Halogen CFL Light Bulb GU10 to E27 Lamp Adapter $3.38 |
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2x IONMAX Energy Saver Natural Light CFL 15W 5000K B22 $44.90 |
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LED Halogen CFL Light Bulb Lamp Adapter B22 - E27 Screw $2.50 |
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Energy saving light bulbs CFL 3-8 pack 24 total $21.99 |
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LED Halogen CFL Light Bulb Lamp Adapter E27 - E14 Screw $2.75 |
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LED Halogen CFL Light Bulb Lamp Adapter E27 - GU10 2Pin $3.21 |
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LED Halogen CFL Light Bulb Lamp Adapter E27 2 Way Split $2.75 |
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LED Halogen CFL Light Bulb Lamp Adapter E14 - E27 Screw $2.75 |
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Mercury Spill Cleanup Kit - New - Ideal for CFL Lights $150.00 |
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LOT OF 24 COMPACT FLUORESCENT LIGHT BULBS CFL 23W=100W $28.99 |
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12 COMPACT FLUORESCENT LIGHT BULBS CFL 60WATT = 13WATT $14.99 |
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125 125W WATT FLUORESCENT GROW LIGHT 6500K CFL NEW USA $39.99 |
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LED Halogen CFL Light Bulb Lamp Adapter E27- GU10 2 Pin $2.50 |
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12 COMPACT FLUORESCENT LIGHT BULBS CFL 19W = 75WATT $14.50 |
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10x Light Bulb Adapter E27 Twist Extend CFL Halogen LED $36.19 |
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LED Halogen CFL Light Bulb Lamp Adapter GU10- E27 Screw $2.50 |
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250W 8U 6400K E40 CFL Grow Light Bulb / Lamp BLUE $37.93 |
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10 x LED Halogen CFL Light Bulb Adapter E27 - GU10 Base $47.71 |
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10 x LED Halogen CFL Light Lamp Adapter B22 to E27 Base $47.71 |
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12 COMPACT FLUORESCENT LIGHT BULBS CFL 23W = 100 WATT $14.50 |
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10 x LED Halogen CFL Light Lamp Adapter E14 to E27 Base $47.71 |
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LED Halogen CFL Light Bulb Lamp Adapter E27 2 WAY SPLIT $2.50 |
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10 x LED Halogen CFL Light Lamp Adapter E27 to B22 Base $47.71 |
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16 GE Energy Smart 60 Spiral 13 Watt CFL Light bulb $12.79 |
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NEW 250 watt Feliz CFL 2700K GROW LIGHT with REFLECTOR $134.90 |
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20 COMPACT FLUORESCENT LIGHT BULBS CFL 13WATT = 60 WATT $23.50 |
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8 Pack GE Energy Smart 60 Spiral 13 Watt CFL Light bulb $11.50 |
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24 GE Energy Smart 60 Spiral 13 Watt CFL Light bulb $26.99 |
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16 GE Energy Smart 60 Spiral 13 Watt CFL Light bulb $19.00 |
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2 Fluorescent Light Bulbs 30w replaces 120 watts CFL-30 $24.95 |
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4 R30 Compact Flourescent Light Bulbs CFL 15W = 65W New $17.97 |
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DC 12V 10W Solar 2700k Compact CFL Light Bulb Marine RV $14.26 |
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10x LED Halogen CFL Light Bulb Lamp Adapter E12 to E27 $34.43 |
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10x Light Lamp Socket Adapter E40 - E27 LED Halogen CFL $35.00 |
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Light Bulb Lamp Socket Adapter E40-E27 LED Halogen CFL $3.28 |
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50 CFL Compact Fluorescent Light Bulbs 19w=75w $26.99 |
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24 COMPACT FLUORESCENT LIGHT BULBS CFL 19W = 75WATT $28.99 |
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10x LED Halogen CFL Light Bulb Lamp Adapter E27 Extend $34.43 |
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LED Halogen CFL Light Bulb Lamp Adapter E27 Extension $2.95 |
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LED Halogen CFL Light Bulb Lamp Adapter E12 to E27 Base $2.50 |
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36 COMPACT FLUORESCENT light bulbs ENERGY SAVING CFL $59.99 |
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50 CFL Compact Fluorescent Light Bulbs 19w=75w $24.99 |
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50 CFL Compact Fluorescent Light Bulbs 19w=75w $24.99 |
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32 GE® Energy Smart CFL 13W/60W output light bulbs $34.95 |
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Compact Fluorescent Lamp Holder CFL Light Socket G23 $3.95 |
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LED Halogen CFL Light Socket Lamp SocketAdapter E40-E27 $3.66 |
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10 LED Halogen CFL Light Socket Lamp Adapter E40 - E27 $54.06 |
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LED Halogen CFL Light Bulb Lamp Socket Adapter E27 -E40 $3.66 |
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Feit Electric ESL40TN/D 42-Watt Compact Fluorescent High-Wattage Bulb, Daylight $8.99 High-Wattage 40-Watt Compact fluorescent lamp... |
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Full Spectrum Light Bulb - ALZO 45W Photo CFL 5500K - Case of 4 - Daylight balanced - pure white light - by alzodigital.com $38.30 Case of 4 full spectrum light bulbs for daylight balanced lighting, energy star compliant, long-lasting at cir. 10,000 hours with 2800 Lumens output; low energy consumption, good for treating S.A.D. (Seasonal Affective Disorder), photo studio lights, or starting plant growth. These are Compact Fluorescent Light (CFL) bulbs. Fits all medium-base E27/E26 sockets, but this is a large bulb that might ... |
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Feit Elictric BPESL3C 3 Watt Soft White ECOBulb CFL Chandelier Light Bulb $4.69 Feit Elictric BPESL3C 3 Watt Soft White ECOBulb CFL Chandelier Light BulbEvery light bulb that we manufacture is produced to the highest specifications in the industry. Fully equipped testing laboratories at the factory and distribution centers assure consistent quality. Every lamp is tested after production and before packaging.Feit Elictric BPESL3C 3 Watt Soft White ECOBulb CFL Chandelier Light ... |
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3 Photography Video Photo Portrait Studio Umbrella Continuous Lighting Kit WITH THREE perfect day light CFL bulb 5500K & UMBRELLAS FOR PRODUCT, PORTRAIT, & VIDEO SHOOT Dk3 by ePhoto $66.99 This Professional Studio Light Kit is ideal for film, digital photography, and even video productions. Professional Studio umbrella Kit is easy to use and setup is effortless. These lights work great with digital cameras. It is ideal for all level photographers. It comes with a mini light stands for your background lighting.... |
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Halco 109270 CFL15/BLB Twist Screw Base Compact Fluorescent Light Bulb Add the look and allure of blacklight to anyroom with this energy efficient spiral bulb. -- The Blacklight Spiral Bulb will screw in to any regular bulb socket in lamps and ceiling lights.... |
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Insight Technology Shotgun Remote w/Curly Cord Md: CFL310 $44.26 Insight Technology Shotgun Remote w/Curly Cord Md: CFL310, Insight CFL-310 X-Series Long Gun Remote plugs into Insight Light M3X or M6X Long Gun Backplate for instant momentary operation of your lighting device., Type: Remote Switch Candle Power: N/A Bulb Type: N/A Diameter: N/A Length: N/A Weight: N/A Battery: N/A Waterproof: Water resistant Color: Black Material: Plastic/Wire , Manufacturer: INS... |
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Insight X Series Accessories Long Gun Backplate Md: CFL-170 $69.36 Insight X Series Accessories Long Gun Backplate Features mode selector and remote jack for plug in remotes. Use for long gun applications with the M3X or M6X. Mfg No: CFL-170 Manufacturer: Insight Technology... |
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Local Westlakes is Ameren UE drop-off site for CFL bulbs
AmerenUE has announced a free program for disposing of used CFL (compact fluorescent) light bulbs. Ameren says its customers may bring used bulbs -- even broken ones if they're in sealed plastic bags -- to one of more than 50 authorized locations in its territory.
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