A global coalition to eliminate toxic lighting through the Minamata Convention on Mercury

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The LED transition just got supercharged. This week at the #MinamataCOP5, delegates from 147 countries agreed to phase out florescent lighting globally and completely by 2027 – moving to an all-LED market. Read the press release: clasp.ngo/updates/cop5-decis…
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LEDs, a super-efficient #NetZeroHero, is taking over the global lighting market. 147 countries just said #FarewelltoFluorescents, setting a 2027 phase out data and accelerating the climate benefits of an LED future. Learn more: clasp.ngo/updates/cop5-decis…
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The world just said #FarewelltoFluorescents at #MinamataCOP5 – now it’s time for the rapid transition to super-efficient LED lighting, a #NetZeroHero technology. The climate benefits of an all-LED market are huge – learn more: clasp.ngo/updates/cop5-decis…
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We do not need to delay a global phase out of toxic fluorescent lamps any longer as cost-effective, energy-efficient & mercury-free alternatives are widely availability across the globe. Learn more about where we stand on decisions at @minamataMEA COP5: cleanlightingcoalition.org/w…
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Luisa Moipolai, Botswana delegate to this week’s @‌MinamataMEA, calls for the phase out of mercury-containing products at COP5. At this event, 147 nations have an opportunity to phase out toxic fluorescent lighting for good – offering significant benefits for people & the planet.
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We do not need to delay a global phase out of toxic fluorescent lamps any longer as cost-effective, energy-efficient &mercury- free alternatives are widely availability across the globe. Learn more about where we stand on decisions at @minamataMEA COP5: cleanlightingcoalition.org/w…
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The LED market is booming 💥 Countries around the world are prepared to turn off the tap of toxic fluorescents - ushering in a new era of mercury-free lighting. Explore data from 60+ markets & see our new manufacturing map: cleanlightingcoalition.org/2… #FarewelltoFluorescents
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Join the global movement to say #FarewellToFluorescents at COP5 @minamataMEA! Sign our petition to urge international leaders to ban toxic mercury lighting. It’s time to light up our future with clean, safe #LED technology. Sign here: climatenetwork.org/can-event…
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Join us in urging the 147 countries to stand for a #mercury-free lighting future at the @minamataMEA COP5. Together, we can promote a healthier future & the fight climate change with LEDs. Sign the petition to say #FarewelltoFluorescents: climatenetwork.org/can-event… #CleanLighting
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The global transition to LEDs is in full swing - why let inefficient mercury bulbs stick around? LED manufacturers are prepared to meet the demand lamp by lamp - avoiding an influx of mercury & stopping new mercury from entering the market. Learn more: cleanlightingcoalition.org/2…
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Its time say #FarewelltoFluorescents at the upcoming @minamataMEA COP5! Join us in urging international leaders to phase out toxic mercury lighting. Together, we can make history & #EndToxicLighting at #COP5 by adopting the African Lighting Amendment. bit.ly/3L9BQRe
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Hundreds of people have signed our #FarewelltoFluorescents petition, including anti mercury pollution activist, Aileen Mioko Smith. Sign up to challenge leaders to protect people & the planet from the harmful effects of mercury at the @‌MinamataMEA COP5: cleanlightingcoalition.org/n…
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Global recycling rates for dangerous mercury bulbs are extremely low – threatening the safety of communities & the planet. Governments can stop fluorescent waste at the source by transitioning markets to all accessible, mercury-free LEDs. Learn more: cleanlightingcoalition.org/2…
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Together, we can avoid 178 mt of mercury, save $1.23 trillion in electricity bills & reduce CO2 emissions by 2.97 GT by saying #FarewelltoFluorescents. Join us in advocating for government support of the African Lighting Amendment at @minamataMEA COP5: climatenetwork.org/can-event…
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Global recycling rates for dangerous mercury bulbs are extremely low – threatening the safety of communities & the planet. Governments can stop fluorescent waste at the source by transitioning markets to all accessible, mercury-free LEDs. Learn more: cleanlightingcoalition.org/2…
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60+ countries worldwide are leading the shift from fluorescent to LED lighting to fulfill obligations under @MinamataMEA & beyond Join us & @SDPIPakistan on Friday Oct 13 to learn more about the opportunity for an equitable mercury-free lighting transition unep.webex.com/weblink/regis…
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The global transition to LEDs is in full swing - why let inefficient mercury bulbs stick around? LED manufacturers are prepared to meet the demand lamp by lamp - avoiding an influx of mercury & stopping new mercury from entering the market. Learn more: cleanlightingcoalition.org/2…
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The global movement to mercury-free LED lighting is not just an idea: it’s happening now. Join us & @SDPIPakistan this Friday to hear expert insights on global lighting markets & the opportunity for a robust & equitable mercury-free lighting transition. unep.webex.com/weblink/regis…
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The LED market is booming 💥 Countries around the world are prepared to turn off the tap of toxic fluorescents - ushering in a new era of mercury-free lighting. Explore data from 60+ markets & see our new manufacturing map: cleanlightingcoalition.org/2… #FarewelltoFluorescents
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Data from 60+ countries shines a light on this fact: we should not delay the global phase-out of toxic fluorescents any longer. CLiC’s new report highlights global readiness for the fast transition to an all-LED market. Let's say #FarewelltoFluorescents. cleanlightingcoalition.org/2…
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