Guidelines for disposal of mercury Compact Fluorescent Lamps (CFLs)
The use of Compact Fluorescent Light Bulbs (“CFLs”) is on the rise in Pakistan by reason of exacerbating energy crises. The CFLs contain small amount of mercury and by reason thereof the CFLs must be disposed off in the landfills without breakage, once its life span expires so as to prevent any environmental hazard. In the premise it is imperative to prescribe guidelines for proper management of CFLs disposal in accordance with the best practices in vogue to prevent environmental hazards. The Government of Pakistan is pleased to accord approval to the Guidelines for Disposal of Mercury Compact Fluorescent Lamps (CFL’s).