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OSRAM SYLVANIA joined other NEMA companies in setting maximum mercury content for self ballasted compact fluorescent lamps. Under the voluntary commitment, effective April 15, 2007, participating manufacturers will cap the total mercury content in CFLs under 25 watts at 5 milligrams (mg) per unit. CFLs that use 25 to 40 watts of electricity will have total mercury content capped at 6 mg per unit.
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 Environment
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Environmental regulations and model legislation for lamp use and disposal.
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Green Building LegislationState and local governments, as well as the Federal Government, are requiring green building practices for new construction and renovations.find out more 
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International Dark Sky Model Lighting OrdinanceIDA's Model Lighting Ordinance addresses the need for a strong, consistent model for outdoor lighting regulation in the U.S.find out more
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Lamp Recycling State RegulationsCompare Federal regulations for spent lamp disposal and state-by-state requirements. find out more
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Labeling of Mercury-Containing LampsSince 2003, all lamps that contain mercury carry a label that helps consumers learn how to recycle or dispose of the products safely.find out more
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New England Governors & Eastern Canadian PremiersThe goal of the conference is to advance members' economic and environmental interests.find out more
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NEWMOA Mercury LegislationThe Northeast Waste Management Officials' Association (NEWMOA)model mercury legislation.find out more
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RCRAIn 1976, Congress passed the Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA)for waste management and recycling.find out more
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RoHS and WEEEIn 2003, the European Commission adopted two directives that restrict the hazardous material content of, and disposal of electrical and electronic equipment.
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TCLPThe Federal Toxic Characteristic Leaching Procedure to determine hazardous waste.find out more
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Universal Waste RuleIn 1999, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency added hazardous waste lamps to the federal list of universal wastes regulated under the Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA).find out more
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