BBC
April 23, 2012
COMMENT: So the light bulb bans are introduced to go post-industrial and force expensive green ‘solutions’ that compete unfairly, but the LEDs at least have no mercury light the fluorescent alternatives.
A prize-winning light bulb that lasts for 20 years is going on sale in the US on Sunday – also known as Earth Day.
Made by Dutch electronics giant Philips, the bulb swaps filaments for light-emitting diodes to provide illumination.
Using LEDs endows the light with a long life and a hefty price tag. The first versions are set to cost $60 (£37).
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