"US Implements New Rules: Say Goodbye to Incandescent Bulbs"
New federal energy efficiency regulations have gone into effect in the US, effectively ending the sale and manufacture of incandescent bulbs that trace their origin to an 1880 Thomas Edison patent. The rules establish strict efficiency standards for bulbs used in homes and businesses, banning those that don't meet the requirements. However, advances in LED technology and manufacturing have made LED bulbs more affordable and of higher quality, leading to a significant increase in their usage. Consumers can save money and reduce carbon emissions by switching to LED bulbs, which use up to 90% less energy and last up to 25 times longer than incandescent bulbs.