Light Bulbs (LED) Alternative ways to recycle Hazardous Waste Hazardous Waste Collection LED bulbs need special handling to avoid toxic exposure for waste workers, the community, and the environment. City Specific Disposal Options Please check with your city page (residential or commercial) to confirm if additional options are available, such as home collection, drop-off locations, and/or events. (These options vary per city.) Household Hazardous Waste (HHW) Drop-Off Your city or county may offer HHW drop-off sites and collection events. – Los Angeles County: S.A.F.E. Collection Centers and events – Riverside County – San Bernardino County – Ventura County Disposal Options For Businesses Hazardous waste cannot be placed in your containers. Schedule a Special Waste Collection by emailing [email protected] or calling Athens’ Customer Service Department at 888-336-6100. Fees may apply. Some HHW drop-off centers may allow drop off by small business generators (check links above). Not the bulb you were looking for? Check out the lightbulbs page for other types! Alternative Ways to Recycle Batteries Plus Bulbs Recycling Services Batteries Plus Bulbs accepts a wide variety of batteries and light bulbs for recycling, including LED light bulbs. See a full list of items they accept here. Depending on the item, a small fee may apply. Find your closest location. Did You Know? Which Bulbs Are More Energy Efficient Than Incandescent Lamps? LED lights are more energy efficient than incandescent and CFL bulbs: They last 50 times as long as traditional incandescent bulb and use 80 percent less energy. Fluorescent bulbs last three to 25 times longer than incandescents and use anywhere between 20 and 80 percent less energy.