Tour To Tanglewood - September 6 & 7, 2008.
Saint Anne's will once again have a bike team riding in this worthwhile event for the National Multiple Sclerosis Society which is dedicated to ending the devastating effects of MS. We'll be riding as TEAM IRENE in support of Irene Burton. Follow the link (click here) to register to ride or make a donation to Team Irene. Thanks for your support.
SPOTLIGHT ON ENERGY CONSERVATION
How to Properly Dispose of CFLs
Frequently Asked Questions and Short Answers
What should I do with my CFLs when they burn out?
CFLs should be disposed of properly with other household hazardous waste products such as paint, batteries and thermostats.
What is mercury?
Mercury is a naturally occurring element that is present throughout the environment.
Because CFLs contain mercury, is it better for the environment to use incandescent bulbs?
No – you need to consider the broader perspective of the energy savings compared to the impacts of energy generation.
Why do CFLs have mercury in them?
Mercury is an essential, irreplaceable element in CFLs, and it's what allows the bulbs to be such an efficient light source.
Should I be concerned about using CFLs in my home?
CFLs are safe to use in your home.
What is my health risk should a CFL break in my home?
Actually, your greatest health risk is getting cut from glass shards.
What should I do if a CFL breaks?
In the unlikely event your bulb breaks, be certain to sweep up – don't vacuum – all of the glass fragments and phosphor powder and dispose of like a burned out bulb.
In Winston-Salem, the 3RC EnviroStation on 1401 S. Martin Luther King Jr. Drive, across from Bowman Gray Stadium, accepts hazardous household waste including CFLs during the hours of 9 – 2 Tuesday through Friday, and 9 – noon on Saturday, excluding holidays
Click here for a link to the longer answers If you don't have access to the internet, there is a poster at the Outreach Table with the information as well. Thank you for continuing to do your part to conserve energy!
