House Digest on MSN

The end of compact fluorescent bulbs — what homeowners need to know about switching to LEDs

Do you remember making the switch from incandescent bulbs to CFLs? Today, switching to LEDs offers even more benefits in ...

For 2026, LEDs are in. Fluorescent bulbs are really out

In this issue of our environmental newsletter, we look at what's behind a new ban on compact fluorescent light bulbs, and ...
CNN

First on CNN: Biden administration moves to phase out compact fluorescent light bulbs and push market toward LEDs

The Biden administration is unveiling a new proposed rule that, if enacted, would effectively phase out compact fluorescent light bulbs and move the US light bulb markets decisively to more ...
CNET

One Stat Shows Why LED Lightbulbs Are Worth It

LED lightbulbs have slashed the amount of energy we use to light our homes. New data illustrate just how much. Jon covers artificial intelligence. He previously led CNET's home energy and utilities ...
New Atlas

A tale of two tests: why Energy Star LED light bulbs are a rare breed

Just over a week ago we reported that Philips' 22 W LED light bulb, designed as a like-for-like replacement of a 100-W incandescent light bulb, was the first LED bulb of its type to receive the stamp ...
The Anxious Adult on MSN

Fluorescent bulbs are being banned in one state in 2026

Minnesota will ban fluorescent bulb sales in 2026, ending retail availability and pushing homes and businesses toward LED lighting.
The Sun

Halogen and fluorescent light bulbs to be BANNED – and it could cost £100 per household to replace them

ENERGY draining halogen and fluorescent light bulbs are to be banned from sale. It means households will have to use LED lightbulbs. Please provide a valid email ...