Environment

LCNZ works with other industry groups and Ministry for the Environment (MfE) on life cycle management of lighting technologies.

Life cycle assessment starts with the design of the product to ensure as many of the materials as possible used can be easily recycled, and that hazardous substances used can be contained during the recycling process. The process also allows for disposal or recycling. The European RoHS Legislation and WEEE Directives on these matters strongly indicate the path along which NZ and other OECD countries are moving.

To learn about mercury containing lamp recycling visit the links below.