About Us
About BulbCycle, Inc.
Your trusted source for bulb, ballast & battery recycling
Welcome to BulbCycle. As a team, we're dedicated to reducing waste through environmental management and clean-technology processes — making it easier for companies and governments to dispose of universal waste in a safe, compliant, and economical way.
Our Story
Founded in 2013, BulbCycle has worked tirelessly to keep light bulbs, batteries, ballasts, and CFLs — also known as Universal Waste — out of the environment. Our passion for a cleaner planet drives us to create innovative ways to dispose of and recycle materials. Our mail-back kits and onsite bulk pickups help solve the waste problems facing government agencies and corporations.
Our Approach
We treat universal waste, light bulb, lamp, and ballast disposal as a cost-effective service for our customers. Our goal is to be the single solution to all your universal waste needs — with excellent customer service and long-term disposal programs trusted by clients nationwide.
What Sets Us Apart
Easy, compliant, and economical
Recycling bulb and lamp components is the disposal method recommended by the EPA and helps minimize facility liability. All of our recycling boxes are easy to use and regulation-approved to ship your facility's waste — fluorescent bulbs, batteries, ballasts, electronics, and more — at the most economical rates.
For one low price, you receive:
- A certified recycling container
- Paid shipping labels to send your box to the recycling center
- All disposal and recycling fees
- Certificates of destruction and recycling
Nationwide Service
Universal & hazardous waste recycling, at any scale
BulbCycle provides nationwide universal waste recycling and hazardous waste disposal for organizations that need compliance, scalability, and reliability — from lamps, ballasts, batteries, and e-waste to complex multi-location programs, with mail-in, pallet, and full-truckload solutions backed by certified processing.
Why companies choose BulbCycle
Most recyclers are built for one-size-fits-all service — slow, rigid, and hard to scale. BulbCycle is built for speed, flexibility, and modern logistics, allowing businesses to:
- Scale from single locations to nationwide programs
- Choose between mail-in, pallet, or truckload service
- Maintain full compliance without operational friction
- Reduce administrative burden with simplified tracking and reporting
If your current recycler is slow, expensive, or difficult to work with — BulbCycle is the upgrade.
Industries We Serve
Tailored recycling programs for every sector
Environmental Management Organizations
Enterprise-scale, compliant recycling that lets EMOs deliver consistent programs across thousands of locations.
- Nationwide pickup & processing
- Mail-in for distributed sites
- Full compliance tracking
Retailers
End-to-end recycling and reverse logistics, plus secure product destruction and brand protection.
- Bulbs, batteries, ballasts
- Exit signs & smoke detectors
- E-waste & retail returns
Government, Military & Municipalities
Approved, audit-ready recycling for federal, state, and local agencies nationwide.
- On-demand pickup
- Certified hazardous handling
- Full documentation
Lighting Management & Electrical Contractors
High-volume lamp and ballast recycling with fast turnaround to keep retrofit projects on schedule.
- LED retrofits
- Maintenance programs
- Large-scale upgrades
Energy Savings Companies (ESCOs)
Sustainable disposal of outdated lighting that improves compliance and project ROI — at any scale.
Schools & Universities
Simple mail-in and bulk recycling for large, multi-building campuses.
- Lamps & ballasts
- Mercury devices & exit signs
- IT & electronic waste
Entertainment & Amusement Parks
Flexible, high-volume recycling that maintains compliance without interrupting daily operations.
Power Companies
Utility-scale recycling and customer-facing sustainability programs that boost participation and meet regulatory goals.
Who We Help
A diverse customer base
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
What is universal waste?
Universal waste includes items such as fluorescent lamps, batteries, ballasts, and certain electronic devices that require proper recycling under environmental regulations.
Is mail-in recycling compliant?
Yes. BulbCycle's mail-in programs are designed to meet federal and state hazardous waste regulations, with full tracking and documentation.
Do you offer nationwide service?
Yes. BulbCycle provides nationwide coverage, including mail-in, pallet pickup, and full-truckload recycling solutions.
How fast can I get started?
Most customers can get set up and receive a quote within 24 hours.
Get started with BulbCycle
Whether you're managing a single location or a nationwide operation, BulbCycle delivers faster, more flexible, and fully compliant recycling solutions.
Resources & insights
Explore our blog and resources for answers to questions like Are LED Bulbs Recyclable? — deep insights and practical tips on recycling and disposing of universal waste compliantly and inexpensively.
Contact us
Have questions? We're here to help. Reach our team at 858-412-6536 or info@bulbcycle.com. Thank you for choosing BulbCycle as your trusted light bulb, lamp, battery, and universal waste disposal resource.