Switching to CFL mode will cut toxic emissions for some countries
Yale scientists have found that certain countries will gain by using compact fluorescent lighting or CFL, more than others in the fight against global warming. The study looked at all 50 US states and 130 countries to determine the impact of CFL on total mercury emissions in those regions. Touted as a greener alternative to traditional lighting, CFLs are about four times more energy-efficient than incandescent bulbs and last up to 10 times longer. This increased efficiency lessens the en
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Switching to CFL mode will cut toxic emissions for some countries