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Where are incandescent bulbs illegal?

Many countries have passed laws to phase out incandescent bulbs, including the US (in 2007) and the EU. [1]

Though the laws typically have many exceptions and take effect over time, so saying “incandescent bulbs are illegal” is a somewhat strong statement.

In many EU countries those light bulbs are being sold as space heaters. I know that chicken coups definitely use them as such.