by Kevin Coupe
Talk about the law of unintended consequences.
The 2007 legislation that phases out and effectively bans the use of incandescent light bulbs also is killing the traditional Easy-Bake Oven, which has been sold for almost a half-century and, as the Los Angeles Times notes, has been inducted into the National Toy Hall of Fame.
According to the story, “The 100-watt bulb was so energy-inefficient, its main product wasn't light. It was heat — enough to bake cookies and cakes in Easy-Bake Ovens.”
Manufacturer Hasbro, however, has released the following statement:
"We are aware that the 100-watt incandescent light bulb will no longer be available beginning in 2012. In fall 2011, Hasbro will launch the Easy-Bake Ultimate Oven, introducing a new way to bake for the next generation of chefs. This new oven features a heating element that does not use a light bulb and offers an extensive assortment of mixes reflective of the hottest baking trends for today."
But somehow, things won’t be the same.
And that’s our Friday Eye-Opener.
Talk about the law of unintended consequences.
The 2007 legislation that phases out and effectively bans the use of incandescent light bulbs also is killing the traditional Easy-Bake Oven, which has been sold for almost a half-century and, as the Los Angeles Times notes, has been inducted into the National Toy Hall of Fame.
According to the story, “The 100-watt bulb was so energy-inefficient, its main product wasn't light. It was heat — enough to bake cookies and cakes in Easy-Bake Ovens.”
Manufacturer Hasbro, however, has released the following statement:
"We are aware that the 100-watt incandescent light bulb will no longer be available beginning in 2012. In fall 2011, Hasbro will launch the Easy-Bake Ultimate Oven, introducing a new way to bake for the next generation of chefs. This new oven features a heating element that does not use a light bulb and offers an extensive assortment of mixes reflective of the hottest baking trends for today."
But somehow, things won’t be the same.
And that’s our Friday Eye-Opener.
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