I have not decided yet if we are going back to incandescent bulbs at this point. CFLs (compact fluorescent lamps) don't burn out the way incandescent light bulbs do. Instead, as they near the ends ...

Compact fluorescent bulbs were invented in 1976 ... And while LEDs last much longer and don't burn out suddenly like incandescents, they can lose brightness over time, a condition called ...

As the usage of incandescents dimmed, two new types of bulbs rose in popularity: LED (light—emitting diode) and CFL (compact fluorescent ... of them when they burn out. We'll look at the most ...

In many states, broken or burned-out CFLs can't be thrown out in the trash: They must be brought to a collection site or recycling center. Most CFL bulbs can't be dimmed, and they aren't efficient ...

Compact fluorescent bulbs were invented in 1976 ... And while LEDs last much longer and don't burn out suddenly like incandescents, they can lose brightness over time, a condition called ...

A problem with compact fluorescent (CFL ... is to recycle the burned-out bulbs. Not only can the mercury inside the bulbs be captured and reused, the glass and metal elements can also be turned ...

Like CFL bulbs, fluorescent bulbs contain mercury, so you should recycle them carefully. Before you remove a burnt-out tube, it is wise to turn off the electricity at the circuit for that part of ...

But here is the U.S. EPA list of the numerous locations where you can drop burnt-out CFL bulbs for recycling. Keep in mind also that as long as electricity is being generated by coal power plants ...