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April 23, 2023 Electrical Contractor

Ban the (Fluorescent) Bulb? Governments are taking steps to remove CFLs from the market

A full transition from fluorescents to LEDs has the potential to significantly reduce mercury emissions, CO2 emissions, and electricity bills for people in the US and globally.

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April 18, 2023 Minamata Convention on Mercury

Bangladesh becomes the 141st party to the Minamata Convention

On 18 April 2023, Bangladesh became the 141st party to the Minamata Convention on Mercury.

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April 14, 2023

Global CSOs Call on G7 Ministers to Commit to 2025 Mercury-Free Lighting Transition

Eliminating fluorescent lamps in G7 countries is critical for global climate targets - delays favored by Japanese industry and government risk these benefits.

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April 4, 2023 Clean Lighting Coalition

CLiC April 2023 Newsletter

New policy measures that will lead to the phase out of fluorescent lighting in Pakistan, Namibia, Nigeria, the United Kingdom and US States are accelerating the transition to mercury-free, energy-efficient…

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March 20, 2023 Clean Lighting Coalition

Pakistan Prohibits Manufacture, Sale & Export of CFLs

The Pakistan government will start prohibiting manufacture, sale & import of incandescent lamps & mercury-containing compact fluorescent lamps in July 1 2023. 

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March 15, 2023

Environment advocates urge public: Switch to energy-saving, mercury-free lights

In observance of World Consumer Rights Day, environmental advocate organizations EcoWaste Coalition, the Center for Renewable Energy and Sustainable Technology (CREST) and International Pollutants Elimination Network (IPEN) urged consumers to…

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March 14, 2023 Ghana Broadcasting Corporation

Energy Commission announces commitment to ensuring Ghana does not continue to be e-waste dumping ground

The Ghana Energy Commission announced they will begin enforcing more stringent energy efficiency regulations to phase-out inefficient appliances and equipment to protect consumers, business owners, and the environment. 

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March 14, 2023 Environment America

Oregon House Passes Clean Lighting Bill

Oregon introduced House Bill 2351, a law that will phase out toxic fluorescent light bulbs to help reduce energy use, save consumers money, and protect environmental and human health.

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March 10, 2023

Namibia Upgrades Lighting Standards 

Namibia published Namibian Standards (NAMS) 109:2022 SADC HT which sets quality and performance standards for lighting products. This standard covers the energy efficiency and functional performance of four main categories…

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February 21, 2023 Mordor Inelligence

Africa LED Lighting Market – Growth, Trends, COVID-19 Impact, and Forecasts (2023 – 2028)

The Africa LED lighting market is forecasted to grow 16.25% annually from 2022 to 2027 (CAGR). Learn more about the market forecasts, key players, and market trends in lighting in…

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