Despite GOP opposition, light bulb standards will phase in on Jan. 1
By Andrew Restuccia | 12/29/11 02:28 PM ET | In TheHill.com New light bulb efficiency standards will begin phasing in on Jan. 1 despite intense opposition from conservatives, who…
Myth #3: Although initially more expensive, you save money in the long run because CFLs use 1/3 the electricity and last up to 10 times as long as incandescents. | Fact #3: See Myth #1 (most homes do not run CFLs continuously), and Myth #2 (from creation through use then to disposal, CFLs use more energy). |
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By Andrew Restuccia | 12/29/11 02:28 PM ET | In TheHill.com New light bulb efficiency standards will begin phasing in on Jan. 1 despite intense opposition from conservatives, who…