Re:CFL (Score 1)

Nonsense. I can't keep a CFL on my front porch for more than 3 months before the weather gets to it. The same for the basement. CFL's are crappy light and they don't compare to incandescent bulbs in warmth and color. I use them in area's I don't frequent much but avoid them at all costs in the main living area. I love Halogen light for its fullness of color but it does generate a lot of heat. Those that support the ban (that aren't benefiting monetarily) are really saying that the average american is incapable of making an educated decision on how to manage their own energy needs. I would also argue that in the end switching to CFL's will not result in any energy savings across the country as the energy will be used to power the multiple other gadgets we are so fond off. Remember in school and growing up how effective being told what to do was? How is banning Incandescents going to be anymore effective?