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Last of incandescent light bulbs are banned

Different types of light bulbs, including incandescent, fluorescent, halogen and LED.
Different types of light bulbs, including incandescent, fluorescent, halogen and LED.
(Kirk McKoy / Los Angeles Times)
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The final phase of a ban on incandescent light bulbs goes into effect Wednesday, leaving consumers with pricier energy-efficient options that are expected to save people money over time.

Beginning Jan. 1, the production of 40- and 60-watt incandescent light bulbs is banned as part of efficiency standards signed into law by President George W. Bush in 2007.

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The government phased out 75- and 100-watt incandescent bulb over the last few years. But the latest ban will have a bigger effect on consumers because 40- and 60-watt light bulbs are the most popular on the market, according to research firm IMS Research.

That leaves consumers with several more energy-efficient options, including halogen, LED and CFL bulbs.

All these bulbs consume less energy compared with traditional incandescent ones, experts say, which means consumers should enjoy smaller utility bills.

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