News Production of fluorescent lights to cease in 2027

[thomas]

I wasn't aware of it either. And I'm glad they will soon disappear.

With just over two years remaining before the end of 2027, when many countries will prohibit the manufacture and trade of fluorescent lights, a large portion of Japan's public still seems unaware of the change. Surveys suggested that more than four in ten people were still unaware of the upcoming fluorescent light ban. Industry groups warned that switching to LED lighting required care, pointing out that improper installation could lead to accidents, including electrical fires.

An online survey conducted by Panasonic Corporation in September, involving roughly 7,000 people aged 20 to 70, found that 61.5% still use fluorescent lighting in their homes. When asked about their awareness of the phase-out, 42.8% said they had never heard of it, 47.9% had some awareness but lacked detailed knowledge, and only 9.3% said they understood the specifics.

Even if lighting fixtures are relatively new, caution is needed when converting to LEDs. The National Institute of Technology and Evaluation (NITE) reported 12 incidents between 2015 and 2024 where fires occurred due to incorrect replacement of fluorescent lamps with LED lamps in existing fixtures. These incidents involved both "straight tube" and "circular" lamps, notably due to mismatched lighting methods between the fluorescent fixtures and LED lamps.

Over 40% in Japan unaware production of fluorescent lights will cease in 2027: poll - The Mainichi

TOKYO -- With just over two years until the end of 2027, when the production and import/export of fluorescent lights will be banned in many countries,

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