Are the substitutes to the inefficient lighting products proven technology? What about compact fluorescent lamps for example?
The use of compact fluorescents is far more common than most people realize. A July 2006 survey for the Canadian Electricity Association indicates that 70% of Canadians have replaced at least one regular incandescent bulb with a compact fluorescent. Of these: • 24% have replaced on average one to four bulbs; • 23% have replaced five to seven bulbs; • 28% have replaced eight to 12 • 19% 13 or more. Over 29 million compact fluorescents have come into Canada in 2006, up from 13 million in 2004. Clearly, their use is widespread and growing.
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- Compact fluorescent lamps contain mercury, a hazardous material, incandescent bulbs do not. If more compact fluorescent lamps are used, does it not mean more mercury pollution in the EU?
- Is it true that compact fluorescent lamps do not work in cold temperatures ?
- What are the types of Compact Fluorescent Lamps (CFL) Available?
