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6 reasons why you worry too much about the mercury in CFLs

by thomas on May 25, 2009

Mercury is bad for you. Very bad. And it’s equally bad for most animals and plants. CFL light bulbs contain mercury. That means no-one should buy or use them, right? Wrong. Read on to find out why. Don’t get me wrong – CFL light bulbs are still hazardous waste. I just think the whole mercury [...]

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Light bulbs: What types are there and how do they work?

by thomas on May 2, 2009

There are several types of light bulbs available, with varying characteristics – especially when it comes to energy efficiency and how much electricity they use. Read on for a quick review of the most common light bulb types available for home use and find out which are best for conserving energy. Incandescent light bulbs – [...]

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