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Incandescent light bulbs are being phased out because they are inefficient, causing them to use more power to make the same amount of light. This is not restricted to Australia alone, but is indicative of worldwide action, following the example of Brazil and Venezuela who led the way in 2005.

The European Union and Switzerland followed, along with Australia, and other countries such as Russia, Canada, Argentina and the USA will also be phasing out these light bulbs over the next few years. Several Asian nations are also following suit.

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