How do energy efficient light bulbs save money, and the environment?
Peter has it nailed, I will just add some sites in case you are interested.
The first allows you to do your own calculations the other two are general info.
Energy Efficient Light Bulbs CFLs and LEDs by Superior Lighting
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Stick Up Bulb
$4.99
Stick Up Bulb is the amazing wireless light bulb that installs anywhere, requires no wiring or an electrician to install and provides lighting whenever you need it. Just peel and stick the base then slide in this revolutionary light bulb. That’s all you have to do to light up your closets, stairwells, and anywhere that you need light. Use it outdoors in your shed or under your patio umbrella to pr…
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CC.Vivid Plus 36-LED Light Bulb
$6.00
This bulb has a clear dimpled globe that smoothly disperses the light. With 36 LEDs inside the bulbs light has a bright cool white color yet consumes less than 3 watts of power. Made out of high strength plastic this bulb is built to last….
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C. Crane VFL Par 20-LED Floodlight Bulb
$9.95
Only 2-1/2-inches in diameter. C. Crane Vivid Par 20 LED light bulb fits just about everything from small track light fixtures and reading lights to small ceiling cans.
The 36 super-bright white LEDs are combined with a real glass lens to put out a beautiful almost true white light.
Works well dimmer switches and adds a beautiful decorative glow wherever you decide to use it.
UL listed. Satisfa…
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Lights of America Decor LED Accent – 1.5 Watt (40 Watt Replacement Bulbs) 3 Pack
$14.98
Lights of America Decor LED Accent – 1.5 Watt (40 Watt Replacement Bulbs) 3 Pack: Replaces 40 Watt Round Accent Downlights. Uses only 1.5 Watts (Replaces a 40 Watt Light Bulb). For Recessed, Track Lighting and Normal Lighting. Lasts 20 Times Longer Than 1,500 Hour Incandescent Bulbs. Made in the USA and Mercury Free….
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Energy Efficient Portable 33 Table Lamp
$240.00
Q1113 Features: -Table lamp. -Energy Efficient Portable collection. -Contemporary style. -Base material: Resin. -CUL listed. -Bulb included. Specifications: -Accommodates 1 x 27W CFL spring self-ballasted GU 24. -Overall dimensions: 33” H x 16” Dia. Instruction Sheet Tech Sheet…
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Energy
$5.99
ENERGY: USE LESSaSAVE MORETHE CHELSEA GREEN GUIDESaA NEW SERIES OF POCKET-SIZED BOOKS TO HELP SAVE THE EARTH!Did you know that lowering the temperature of your thermostat by a mere 2 degrees Fahrenheit could reduce your energy bill by 10 percent? Or that energy-efficient light bulbs last about 12 times longer than ordinary bulbs and consume one-fifth the energy? This is just the beginning of what youall learn in this handy book, containing more than one hundred ideas for saving energy. These tips will save you money, and help you take your first steps in the fight against global warming. Also available: WATER: USE LESSaSAVE MORECOMPOSTING: AN EASY HOUSEHOLD GUIDEREDUCE, REUSE, RECYCLE: AN EASY HOUSEHOLD GUIDE
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Energy-Efficient Architecture
$67.6
How is an energy efficient building created? Which are the most important criteria pertaining to urban development or the conception of the floor plan? What are the optimal dimensions appropriate for the building’’s usage but also ensuring energy efficiency? Which building elements and systems are most suitable? This book systematically explains all relevant criteria and parameters as regards urban development, design and the subsequent construction of a sustainable building. The immense potential for cutting costs by modernising the energy systems in old buildings is also demonstrated.Completed projects are presented according to their usage and are analysed and evaluated in the light of the above criteria. For this purpose extensive plans and technical information are used to illustrate the energy profile of each building. This shows the particular importance of planning details carefully. An annotated subject index concludes the volume.
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