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THE PLASMA SCREEN TV-- THE "4 x 4" OF THE LIVING ROOM

The plasma screen television is poised to become the next victim of the battle to curb energy use.

Giant energy-guzzling flatscreens are expected to be banned under legislation due to be agreed by the EU this spring.

Plasma screens have been nicknamed the '4x4s' of the living room because they use up to four times as much electricity and are responsible for up to four times as much carbon dioxide as traditional cathode ray tube sets.

The most energy intensive will be phased out under the new EU standards for minimum energy performance, which will follow the voluntary withdrawal of the traditional 100watt light bulb.

The remaining TVs of all types will have to carry energy rating labels designed to make it easy to distinguish between the best and worst performers.

LCD flat screen TVs are much more energy efficient than their plasma cousins so are unlikely to be banned.

A 42in LCD TV uses similar amounts of energy to a much smaller traditional set.

A spokesman for the Department-for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs said the plasma TV would not be banned completely, with eco-friendly sets remaining on the market.

The moves are part of an effort to tackle climate change by stemming the spiralling electricity consumption in households.

It involves phasing out wasteful devices and introducing low-energy alternatives.

Families have nearly three times as many electrical appliances and gadgets as a generation ago and the amount of electricity used to power them has doubled.

Today Britain has 60million television sets - one for every person in the country.

Plasma screens, which are common in pubs and supermarkets, as well as in homes, are among the most popular buys.

A Defra spokesman said that in the past five years the main TV in many households has changed from being a 24-32in cathode ray model to a 32-42 flatscreen TV.

Plasma degrades too fast anyway , just throwing away money , Watch the prices plummet
Sitting rooms have become TV rooms , read a book , talk , anything

[Sanna/Swe]

Sound pretty wise.
Why throw away money one somethin like that, when you can save the money and do some fun with it. (You know what I mean, dont you )

The people need to come out more in the fresh air and meet each other outsied the door!!

[Soaring above...]

Thank you for posting this. I had no idea.

[Reflecting]

Plasma degrades too fast anyway , just throwing away money , Watch the prices plummet
Sitting rooms have become TV rooms , read a book , talk , anything

The people need to come out more in the fresh air and meet each other outsied the door!!

You both have a point.

It's good to see technology improving but it's most economical/environmental to turn the TV/computer off and actually do something.

It reminds me of the characters in Wall-E getting fatter (and fatter and fatter) as technology makes it easier to do nothing.

[Jenni6277]

Thanks for posting! I hope they will actually do something and not just talk!

[Yggdrasil]

The plasma screen television is poised to become the next victim of the battle to curb energy use.

Giant energy-guzzling flatscreens are expected to be banned under legislation due to be agreed by the EU this spring.

The most energy intensive will be phased out under the new EU standards for minimum energy performance, which will follow the voluntary withdrawal of the traditional 100watt light bulb.

The remaining TVs of all types will have to carry energy rating labels designed to make it easy to distinguish between the best and worst performers.

LCD flat screen TVs are much more energy efficient than their plasma cousins so are unlikely to be banned.

The moves are part of an effort to tackle climate change by stemming the spiralling electricity consumption in households.

It involves phasing out wasteful devices and introducing low-energy alternatives.

It's initiatives like these that makes me feel good about the EU. Like Gadina I hope it will in fact get through though.

[Sanna/Swe]

You both have a point.
It's good to see technology improving but it's most economical/environmental to turn the TV/computer off and actually do something.

Yes, They could go to see a play instead Its less environmentaly dangerous and I think its cooler to actually "be there" with the actors creating magic. And then you always meet nice people!!

[Yggdrasil]

Yes, They could go to see a play instead Its less environmentaly dangerous and I think its cooler to actually "be there" with the actors creating magic. And then you always meet nice people!!

You're just trying to get people to come watch your play in Sweden, Sanna. Don't think I don't see right through you.

[Reflecting]

Yes, They could go to see a play instead Its less environmentaly dangerous and I think its cooler to actually "be there" with the actors creating magic. And then you always meet nice people!!

You keep sticking that tongue out at me and I'll chop it off.

Someone may argue that going to a play means using gas to drive there as well as the electricity, lighting and the heating or air conditioning of a huge theater. Yes, that's silly but there will always be an extreme way of looking at things and a more sane, middle of the road one.

My only point was that I hope they are able to go a play, or go outside at all... without having to be air-lifted out of a window due to no longer being able to fit through standard doors.

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You keep sticking that tongue out at me and I'll chop it off.

Someone may argue that going to a play means using gas to drive there as well as the electricity, lighting and the heating or air conditioning of a huge theater. Yes, that's silly but there will always be an extreme way of looking at things and a more sane, middle of the road one.

My only point was that I hope they are able to go a play, or go outside at all... without having to be air-lifted out of a window due to no longer being able to fit through standard doors.

but it's so true it's scary

[Sanna/Swe]

You're just trying to get people to come watch your play in Sweden, Sanna. Don't think I don't see right through you.

Owh, you, god damnit
No, but I think people need more culture, dance is good whatcing too!

You keep sticking that tongue out at me and I'll chop it off.

Someone may argue that going to a play means using gas to drive there as well as the electricity, lighting and the heating or air conditioning of a huge theater. Yes, that's silly but there will always be an extreme way of looking at things and a more sane, middle of the road one.

My only point was that I hope they are able to go a play, or go outside at all... without having to be air-lifted out of a window due to no longer being able to fit through standard doors.

(Sorry couldnt resist just becouse of that ) Sometimes I give in for temptations

Yes, you have right. But al theaters is not in a huge room!! Actually some poletics here in Sweden did suggested people to by ticets to (like plays)( instead of bying thos hole buch of presents who isnt environmently good) for xmas gifts. experience isntead of presents
Anywere people can hang out an just behave as people would be nice!

[Reflecting]

(Sorry couldnt resist just becouse of that ) Sometimes I give in for temptations

Yes, you have right. But al theaters is not in a huge room!! Actually some poletics here in Sweden did suggested people to by ticets to (like plays)( instead of bying thos hole buch of presents who isnt environmently good) for xmas gifts. experience isntead of presents
Anywere people can hang out an just behave as people would be nice!

I'm using my 400th post to give you a .

Haha.. I love the theater. I was just trying to make a point.

I agree, getting out of the house and connecting with people is always better.. behaving is optional.

Sorry all, back to the plasma talk.

[forever_you]

You keep sticking that tongue out at me and I'll chop it off.

Someone may argue that going to a play means using gas to drive there as well as the electricity, lighting and the heating or air conditioning of a huge theater. Yes, that's silly but there will always be an extreme way of looking at things and a more sane, middle of the road one.

My only point was that I hope they are able to go a play, or go outside at all... without having to be air-lifted out of a window due to no longer being able to fit through standard doors.

Why dont you women put your tongues to better use, like french kissing each other or me

[Sanna/Swe]

I'm using my 400th post to give you a .

Haha.. I love the theater. I was just trying to make a point.

I agree, getting out of the house and connecting with people is always better.. behaving is optional.

Sorry all, back to the plasma talk.

Im honourd, thank you

Yes, the plasma Tvs....
By the way, who needs them this days when you got the TV in your mobile?
No but,honestly, why dont be satisfied with a normal big TV or even a small??

Why dont you women put your tongues to better use, like french kissing each other or me

You wish

[forever_you]

Fuck

Well maybe reflecting will

[Sanna/Swe]

Fuck

Well maybe reflecting will

Yes, thats something you can see in plasma Tvs too
Thats what we are talking about.... .....plasma Tvs

I cant stop you to imagen though...


sorry for my complet lack of order today

[Reflecting]

Fuck

If you want to be the honorary penis in the room, you must say something on topic.

Foreplay motherfucker.

Yes, thats something you can see in plasma Tvs too
Thats what we are talking about.... .....plasma Tvs

Cutest attempt to stay on topic ever... but now you see the problems that emoticon and others can cause?

You must use them carefully.

[forever_you]

Fine I do not own a plasma tv, too expensive, and maybe never because of this topic

Kiss now?

[Sanna/Swe]

Cutest attempt to stay on topic ever... but now you see the problems that emoticon and others can cause?

You must use them carefully.

Yes, I know.
Im in most cases carefully

Fine I do not own a plasma tv, too expensive, and maybe never because of this topic

Kiss now?

Good, I dont own any either.

Oh, come on, you never give up do you?