Universal Waste Regulations ban landfilling of items containing mercury and other heavy metals, and mandate that they be properly recycled. Failure to comply leaves you liable for penalties, including:

• Fines up to $25,000 or more
• Damaged public image by not showing environmental responsibilty
• Long-tern liability for illegally-disposed of material

Mercury and other heavy metals can pose a serious health risk. USEPA issues the following warnings:

• Short-term exposure to high levels of mercury can cause lung damage, elevated blood pressure or heart rate
• Long-term exposure to high levels of mercury can permanently damage the brain, kidneys, and developing fetuses

Mercury contamination causes long-term damage to the environment. Even in apparently healthy areas, toxic metal poisoning can have underlying effects, such as:

• Fish consumption advisories issued in 50 states by the USEPA due to high levels of mercury pollution
• Contaminated bodies of water- one ounce of mercury will contaminate a lake for centuries

THE SOLUTION

AERC will bring your business into compliance with all federal, state, and local regulations. We provide a Certificate of Recycling as proof of compliance.
We will help you protect your health by providing a safe, economical, and environmentally responsible outlet for recycling of mercury products and Universal Waste.
Through AERC's mercury recycling and reuse programs, you will reduce your environmental liablility while showing your business' commitment to long-term environmental preservation.