Toxic Light - The Dark Side of Energy Saving Bulbs

A look at how dangerous the new energy-saving light bulbs are. The EU has banned many incandescent bulbs in favor of Compact Florescent Lights (CFLs). CFLs emit serious toxins while being used. All Florescent lights contain Mercury. There is enough Mercury to pose a serious health risk in the event of a CLF breakage. 

People are being told to run out of the building for 15 minutes, open windows & turn off the heat. Additionally the bulbs don't last as long as advertised & they take a long time to warm up, decreasing in brightness over time. The light they emit isn't a full spectrum steady light. Few Bulbs actually get recycled & they need to be treated as hazardous materials when discarding them. Consumers be alerted!

A Report by Alexandra Pfeil

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