FEATURE: Energy-efficient light bulbs Why use energy efficient light bulbs? Here are some benefits: they use less energy than standard light bulbs they can save you money on your electric bill they produce the same amount of light as standard bulb they last longer than standard bulbs

Generally, 1 750 lumens of light is enough light for reading. You can get this amount of light by using two 60 watt incandescent light bulbs (14.8 lumens per watt), one 100 watt incandescent light bulb (17.5 lumens per watt) or one 25 watt compact fluorescent light bulb (70 lumens per watt).

90% of the energy consumed in a standard bulb turns into heat energy rather than light energy. This is a poor efficiency rating, and how compact fluorescent bulbs conserve energy.

Energy efficient bulbs have a few detractors. These bulbs do have a slightly higher initial cost than standard bulbs, but this is made up for by not having to replace them as often. Some bulbs may have a 'warm-up' period of up to 20 seconds before reaching maximum brightness.

Do you have any reason now not to buy energy efficient light bulbs? See your local hardware/lighting retailer for availability.

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