When everyone is considering eco-friendly, energy-saving solar streetlights,
LED streetlights possess a significant advantage
— they are mercury-free, which is often overlooked. Mercury is a toxic substance, and nearly all currently adopted electric light sources contain mercury, whether it’s common fluorescent lamps, compact fluorescent lamps, or high-pressure mercury and metal halide lamps.
Moreover, the boiling point of mercury is very low, allowing it to evaporate at room temperature. A broken discarded light source can immediately release mercury vapor into the surrounding area, causing the concentration of mercury in the air to reach 10-20 milligrams per cubic meter, exceeding the national allowable concentration of mercury in the air by 1000 to 2000 times. According to research from Stanford University, 1 milligram of mercury can contaminate 5454.5 kilograms of drinking water, rendering it unsafe for consumption. The consequences of mercury pollution in air and water are serious; once consumed by aquatic organisms, it can convert to CH3Hg, a highly toxic substance that can be lethal in just a small amount. Mercury can damage the nervous system, cause severe reproductive defects, and harm the kidneys and liver, potentially resulting in death under sufficient exposure. Mercury migrates in soil, water, even the atmosphere, and food chains. Therefore, its persistence, mobility, and high bioaccumulation make mercury a global environmental pollutant of concern. A historic severe case of mercury poisoning was the Minamata disease incident in Japan, where hundreds lost their lives due to mercury contamination in Minamata Bay. Learning from this, the Japanese government now mandates the proper disposal of all discarded fluorescent lamps, requiring a higher purchase price to cover the cost of handling this hazardous material.
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Bitpott LED streetlight manufacturers specialize in the research, production, and sales of solar and LED outdoor lighting fixtures. They have years of production experience and advanced equipment, ensuring quality, reasonable prices, and configurations. If you wish to purchase LED solar streetlights or inquire about LED streetlight prices, please contact our online customer service.
