The materials used to make incandescent bulbs can be recycled. However, because it’s so easy to break and difficult to separate the metal and glass, most recycling services won’t accept them.

The issue isn’t just about recycling materials to make other products. Some bulbs contain toxic chemicals that need to stay out of landfills. “It’s a small step,” says professional home ...

In order to help small businesses properly recycle their used fluorescent lamps (fluorescent bulbs or tubes), there will be a used fluorescent lamp collection on Tuesday, May 13 from 9 a.m. to 1 ...

Thomas Edison created the first working incandescent light bulb in 1879. More than a century later, his bright idea is still being used. However, a modified version that is more earth friendly is ...