Connecticut Department of Energy & Environmental Protection
Mercury General
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Mercury is a heavy metal that can accumulate in living tissue. Exposure to mercury, when released into the environment through spills or incineration, can be toxic to humans and wildlife, or cause other health effects such as neurological and reproductive disorders. Therefore, proper management of used mercury-containing items and elemental mercury is important to protect human health and the environment.
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Matrix of Information for the Mercury Education and Reduction Act
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Household Products Containing Mercury
Mercury has been used in many household, medical and industrial products. Although mercury performs many useful functions in our workplaces and homes, it is toxic and can impair our health.
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Guidance for Managing Broken Mercury Fever Thermometers
If a thermometer breaks, try to contain the spill. Never vacuum mercury! Vacuuming can vaporize the mercury and increase the chances of human exposure.
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"Toward the Virtual Elimination of Mercury from the Solid Waste Stream" was submitted to the Governor and State legislature in response to Public Act 99-228. The report provides recommendations for reducing mercury in solid waste including eliminating mercury from school science labs, requiring manufacturers to provide for the collection and recycling of their mercury containing products, and using household hazardous waste programs to collect elemental mercury from homes.
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Mercury Information for Hospitals, Healthcare Facilities and Healthcare Providers
Mercury Information for Hospitals, Healthcare Facilities and Healthcare Providers
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Mercury Information for Individuals, Families and Consumers
Mercury information for individuals, families and consumers.
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Sale of Antiques that Contain Mercury
Antique mercury-added products, such as barometers, clocks, and mirrors may be exempt from the sales prohibition and labeling requirements.
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CT has a law reqiring manufacturers to take-back mercury thermostats.
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Installing compact flourescent lamps (CFLs) is a simple way for homeowners to reduce their energy bills while also doing something beneficial for the environment.