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According to Energy Watch's article, "In May 2024, Minnesota became the ninth state to pass legislation banning or restricting fluorescent lamp sales. In doing so, it joined efforts by California, Colorado, Hawaii, Maine, Oregon, Rhode Island, Vermont, Washington, Canada, the European Union and the United Kingdom. Illinois is the 10th state to join the effort after the Clean Lighting Act was passed and sent to Gov. Pritzker to sign in June. Depending on the state, these rules go into effect between 2024 and 2029. The reason behind these bans is mercury, which is a strong and persistent heavy metal toxic to humans and the environment. The 2013 Minamata Convention called for a reduction in mercury use, with measures including a phase-out and reduction in mercury use in products such as fluorescent lighting. More than 135 countries signed the international treaty, which called for a phase-out of compact fluorescent lamps (CFLs) by 2025. Shifting Sands: 10 states outlaw fluorescent lamp sales – Electrical Contractor Magazine (ecmag.com)"

 

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