Fluorescent light bulbs, pesticides, mercury thermometers and thermostats, paint and paint products, and some household cleaners are all hazardous materials. Sometimes less-toxic alternatives are available (as in non-toxic, no VOC paints), but sometimes the product is so useful that it’s the best alternative even if it needs to be disposed of carefully (as with fluorescent bulbs).
There are a growing number of options for the safe recycling and/or disposal of hazardous products in our region, and some businesses and recycling depots accept particular items year round. We encourage you to use these services when possible, rather than storing up materials for a hazardous waste collection.
See the following list of topics for help with a particular material, or check the current Collection Schedule.
