Hazardous Waste Warning
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Light-Emitting Diodes, or LEDs, are becoming an increasingly popular choice in lighting due to their longevity and high energy efficiency. And unlike fluorescent bulbs, they do not contain any mercury, which is a huge bonus.
So what do we do with spent LED bulbs? They do contain some heavy metals, such as lead and copper, and should never go in the trash. Luckily for Santa Barbara County residents, they are accepted at many locations throughout the county. Drop-off locations are listed below.
Where to go
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Goleta & UCSB Area (1)
- *South Coast Recycling & Transfer Station — 4430 Calle Real
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Santa Ynez Valley (1)
- *Santa Ynez Valley Recycling and Transfer Station — 4004 Foxen Canyon Road
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Lompoc Valley & VAFB (1)
- City of Lompoc Household Hazardous Waste Collection Facility — 1585 N. "V" St
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Santa Maria Valley (1)
- City of Santa Maria Household Hazardous Waste Facility — 2065 East Main Street
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