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Goodbye old school bulbs
AMSTERDAM - From 1 September, Old school 100-watt light bulbs will be banned in Europe’s shops! The decision has been made by the European Union followig meetings last December. What replaces them? Energy saving bulbs of course.
New technology light bulbs, like compact florescent lights (CFL) can save up to 80 percent of the energy used by the worst old-style lights in homes.At the moment, around 85 percent of household lights are considered to use too much electricity.
The move will also cut carbon dioxide emissions as part of the European Union’s wider climate change package.
I’m so happy about this! One thing worries me a little though. I’m really not into the technical specifications of lightbulbs, but someone told me they consist of mercury, which is supposed to be dangerous. That person also warns for the bad quality of the light, which is even said to be unhealthy. I’m really on the “save energy!”-side, but can you tell me is any of this person’s remarks are true?
Thanks!
Ana.