Over 100 years of illuminating (and gently heating) its subjects, the incandescent bulb is being consigned to history inEurope.
Earlier this month an EU directive aimed at reducing the energy use of lighting came into play, and means that retailers will no longer be allowed to stock the bulbs.
The more eco-friendly CFLs, halogens and LEDs are the replacements, offering better efficiency and a much longer life.
