Energy-guzzling plasma TVs will be banned in Brussels eco blitz

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    Energy-guzzling plasma TVs will be banned in Brussels eco blitz



    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.

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