THE move by the Malaysian Government to phase out the use of incandescent lights or “round bulbs” is seen as a positive move by many, not only for its environmental significance but also the business benefits for manufacturers of light emitting diodes (LEDs).
In March 2010, Energy, Green Technology and Water Minister Datuk Seri Peter Chin Fah Kui announced that the government would phase out the use of such lights in stages leading to a complete ban in 2014.
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