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To: presidio9
How about the millions of appliances that require incandescent light bulbs to operate?

I can't see a fluorescent light bulb inside an oven.

16 posted on 02/20/2007 9:48:22 AM PST by Frohickey
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To: Frohickey
How about the millions of appliances that require incandescent light bulbs to operate?

From the fine article:

"Under the Australian plan, bulbs that do not comply with energy efficiency targets would be gradually banned from sale. Exemptions may apply for special needs such as medical lighting and oven lights. "

Let's see how they deal with the increased mercury in their landfills in 20 years.

23 posted on 02/20/2007 9:57:03 AM PST by Yo-Yo (USAF, TAC, 12th AF, 366 TFW, 366 MG, 366 CRS, Mtn Home AFB, 1978-81)
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