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San Benito County & True Value Partner on FREE Fluorescent Light Recycling Program for Residents
For Immediate Release
Residents of San Benito County can now conveniently recycle their unbroken fluorescent lamps for FREE at True Value located at 1260 Fourth Street in Hollister, CA. The grant project also includes the distribution of over 600 coupons to San Benito County residents valued at $10 applicable towards the purchase of LEDs, currently redeemable only at True Value in Hollister.
In early 2022, San Benito County Integrated Waste Management (SBCIWM) was awarded a grant from the California Department of Resources Recycling and Recovery (CalRecycle) to expand access to convenient recycling opportunities for Household Hazardous Waste (HHW), including fluorescent light recycling, and provide eco-friendly alternatives such as Light-Emitting Diodes (LEDs).
All fluorescent lights contain mercury, a potent and persistent neurotoxin. Fluorescent lights that break pose a very serious health risk to consumers and solid waste management workers. Fluorescent lights are considered HHW at end-of-life and must be disposed of at a designated location. It is illegal to dispose of fluorescent lights in your trash or recycling.
Now you can conveniently recycle your unbroken fluorescent lamps for FREE at True Value located at 1260 Fourth Street in Hollister, CA. The grant project also includes the distribution of over 600 coupons valued at $10 applicable towards the purchase of LEDs, currently redeemable only at True Value in Hollister.
LED alternatives are better for you and the environment. LEDs do not contain any mercury. Because LEDs use half as much electricity as fluorescents, retrofitting a small office would save $6,000 over a typical LED lamp’s lifetime, while a school could save as much as $24,000. LEDs also reduce replacement costs and waste because they last 2–3 times longer than fluorescents, and there is no need to pay for costly hazardous waste disposal. Say farewell to fluorescents and make the switch to LEDs today!
Recycle your unbroken, compact, and T12 linear fluorescent lights for FREE at True Value Hardware (during regular business hours)
1260 Fourth Street, Hollister, CA 95023
San Benito County residents can also bring their fluorescent lights and other household hazardous waste, including their batteries and paint, to the monthly Household Hazardous Waste Collection Event at John Smith Road Landfill every third Saturday of the month from 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM.
Monthly Household Hazardous Waste Collection Event
Every Third Saturday of the Month from 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM
John Smith Road Landfill
2650 John Smith Rd, Hollister, CA 95023
About San Benito County Integrated Waste Management
San Benito County Integrated Waste Management (SBCIWM) Regional Agency administers recycling and waste reduction programs to meet CalRecycle mandates, protect public health, and increase sustainability for its Regional Agency Members that include the Cities of Hollister and San Juan Bautista, and unincorporated San Benito County. SBCIWM proudly coordinates comprehensive and cost-effective programs for green businesses, household hazardous waste, small quantity generators of hazardous waste, safe disposal for medication and sharps, motor oil recycling, and more.
San Benito County & True Value Partner on FREE Fluorescent Light Recycling Program for Residents 
November 28, 2022
Contact: Celina Stotler [email protected]For Immediate Release
San Benito County & True Value Partner on FREE Fluorescent Light Recycling Program for Residents
Recycle fluorescent lights for FREE & receive a $10 off coupon towards the purchase of light emitting diodes (LEDs) today!Residents of San Benito County can now conveniently recycle their unbroken fluorescent lamps for FREE at True Value located at 1260 Fourth Street in Hollister, CA. The grant project also includes the distribution of over 600 coupons to San Benito County residents valued at $10 applicable towards the purchase of LEDs, currently redeemable only at True Value in Hollister.
In early 2022, San Benito County Integrated Waste Management (SBCIWM) was awarded a grant from the California Department of Resources Recycling and Recovery (CalRecycle) to expand access to convenient recycling opportunities for Household Hazardous Waste (HHW), including fluorescent light recycling, and provide eco-friendly alternatives such as Light-Emitting Diodes (LEDs).
All fluorescent lights contain mercury, a potent and persistent neurotoxin. Fluorescent lights that break pose a very serious health risk to consumers and solid waste management workers. Fluorescent lights are considered HHW at end-of-life and must be disposed of at a designated location. It is illegal to dispose of fluorescent lights in your trash or recycling.
Now you can conveniently recycle your unbroken fluorescent lamps for FREE at True Value located at 1260 Fourth Street in Hollister, CA. The grant project also includes the distribution of over 600 coupons valued at $10 applicable towards the purchase of LEDs, currently redeemable only at True Value in Hollister.
LED alternatives are better for you and the environment. LEDs do not contain any mercury. Because LEDs use half as much electricity as fluorescents, retrofitting a small office would save $6,000 over a typical LED lamp’s lifetime, while a school could save as much as $24,000. LEDs also reduce replacement costs and waste because they last 2–3 times longer than fluorescents, and there is no need to pay for costly hazardous waste disposal. Say farewell to fluorescents and make the switch to LEDs today!
Recycle your unbroken, compact, and T12 linear fluorescent lights for FREE at True Value Hardware (during regular business hours)
1260 Fourth Street, Hollister, CA 95023
San Benito County residents can also bring their fluorescent lights and other household hazardous waste, including their batteries and paint, to the monthly Household Hazardous Waste Collection Event at John Smith Road Landfill every third Saturday of the month from 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM.
Monthly Household Hazardous Waste Collection Event
Every Third Saturday of the Month from 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM
John Smith Road Landfill
2650 John Smith Rd, Hollister, CA 95023
About San Benito County Integrated Waste Management
San Benito County Integrated Waste Management (SBCIWM) Regional Agency administers recycling and waste reduction programs to meet CalRecycle mandates, protect public health, and increase sustainability for its Regional Agency Members that include the Cities of Hollister and San Juan Bautista, and unincorporated San Benito County. SBCIWM proudly coordinates comprehensive and cost-effective programs for green businesses, household hazardous waste, small quantity generators of hazardous waste, safe disposal for medication and sharps, motor oil recycling, and more.
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San Benito County
471 4th St
Hollister, CA 95023
Contact
Emergency: 9-1-1
Non-emergencies: 831-636-4000
Monica Leon
Public Information Officer
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