About
Business solutions for
fluorescent light bulb waste
Cleanaway can help you manage your fluorescent lighting waste responsibly – securely isolating and treating hazardous components while recovering recyclable materials like glass and aluminium where possible.
We work with a variety of commercial, government and industrial customers to collect, transport and support the recycling of fluorescent tubes, CFLs, high-intensity discharge (HID) and other mercury-containing lamps. Whether you’re a small-scale business or a large facility, our services are tailored to your needs with flexible bin sizes and collection options that minimise operational downtime and reduce the risk of storage or handling incidents.
When it comes to handling hazardous substances like mercury, safety is our priority. Our services meet state and federal hazardous waste regulations, including mercury tracking and secure transport, and we offer a full audit trail for regulatory compliance and ESG reporting.
Linear fluorescent tubes
Standard, high-output, and energy-efficient tubes used in commercial, industrial, and office lighting.
Compact fluorescent lamps
Smaller, spiral or plug-in fluorescent bulbs used in homes, retail, and specialty fixtures.
Service
Who uses our fluorescent light bulb recycling services
Office buildings and retail centres
That regularly replace fluorescent ceiling lights, downlights and signage tubes
Facilities managers and body corporates
That need to manage lighting waste across commercial or residential complexes
Government and education facilities
Including schools, universities and local councils that require compliant disposal of fluorescent bulbs
Industrial and warehousing sites
That generate a high volume of fluorescent bulb waste through warehouse and exterior lighting replacements.
Process
What we do with your fluorescent lighting waste
When using Cleanaway, your fluorescent light bulbs are safely collected and transported, and their materials recovered or disposed of.
Our technicians collect lighting waste in EPA-compliant vehicles, using manifest documentation for traceability.
At specialist facilities, lamps are crushed in sealed units. Mercury, phosphor powder, metals and glass are separated. Recyclable components such as aluminium end caps and glass are recovered for reuse. Mercury is safely neutralised or stabilised for secure disposal where possible.
Details
Fluorescent light bulb collection options
We offer secure, purpose-designed containers to collect your light bulbs and tubes:
Lockable fluorescent tube coffins
Recycling boxes for CFLs and mixed lamps
Custom solutions for bulk commercial waste
Output
What fluorescent lighting waste can become
Fluorescent light bulbs and tubes contain a mix of recyclable materials and hazardous substances. We strive to process each component in a way that maximises resource recovery and minimises environmental and health risks.
Where possible, recyclable materials such as aluminium and glass can be separated and recovered for reuse. Aluminium can be melted down to create new light fittings and electrical components, cans and packaging or automotive parts, while glass can be recycled into materials like fibreglass insulation or road base and construction aggregates. The mercury in lamps is isolated and treated using specialised technologies to either neutralise it or stabilise it for disposal in line with environmental regulations.
This process helps keep harmful substances out of landfill while giving useful materials a second life.
Our promise
Why choose Cleanaway
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A one-stop solution
We offer an expansive range of services, custom waste solutions and expert support to meet the waste management and resource recovery needs of Australian businesses, councils and industries of any size.
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Optimised waste management solutions
Our team of resource recovery professionals work closely with you to find the best waste management solution for your business, helping you achieve potential cost savings while working towards your sustainability goals.
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Streamlined services
We offer a total waste management solution, providing you with seamless customer service, one invoice and consistent, reliable services.
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Nationwide service you can count on
With a vast national network of specialised facilities and one of the largest waste collection fleets on Australian roads, we deliver efficient and reliable service across most of Australia.