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Lighting |
Did you know: If every American changes their five most frequently used bulbs to Energy Start bulbs, one trillion pounds of greenhouse gases are prevented. That's the equivalent to the annual emissions of 8 million cars, the annual output of more than 20 power plants, and $6 billion in energy savings. |
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Energy efficient lighting can cut down on your utility bills. Designing a kitchen with good natural lighting cuts down on the need to use electricity and a passive solar home design will use less energy for heating and cooling. Most standard fixtures are compatible with compact flourescents (CFLs, which can save 75% of the electricity that incandescent bulbs use). In the past, some people stayed away from CFLs because they didn't like the sterile light they gave off, reminding them of older office lighting. Today CFLs offer cool and warm light and are available in a wider range of wattage and lumens. Look for the Energy Star© on this product as well. While the initial cost of these bulbs is slightly higher, they last up to eight times as long.
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PlanIt Greener:
Use Green Energy: Consider buying wind and solar energy from your local utility company or purchasing
renewable energy offsets, which offers our best hope for reducing greenhouse gas emissions, as well as a host of other pollutants. In some cases, "green energy" options
can be cheaper than electricity from conventional sources. Explore your green energy options as they differ throughout the country. |
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