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Frequently Asked Questions About Eco-Friendly Light Bulbs
The era when buying a light bulb was as simple as buying a carton of milk is drawing to a close. Beginning on January 1, 2012, general purpose light bulbs will need to be 30% more efficient than traditional incandescent lamps. We field questions from progressive customers regularly about eco-friendly alternatives. Here's a list of the most common inquiries. Q: When does it make... (posted by Peter 1 year 350 days ago.)
The era when buying a light bulb was as simple as buying a carton of milk is drawing to a close. Beginning on January 1, 2012, general purpose light bulbs will need to be 30% more efficient than traditional incandescent lamps. We field questions from progressive customers regularly about eco-friendly alternatives. Here's a list of the most common inquiries. Q: When does it make... (posted by Peter 1 year 350 days ago.)
Defending the Underdog: The Bright Side of Energy-Saving CFL Bulbs
Market dynamics often demonstrate that subsidies create unsustainable demand for the products to which they apply. Witness the auto sales acceleration in July and August of this year while the federal "Cash for Clunkers" program was in effect. Since the program ended, domestic auto sales have fallen back to pre-program levels. According to a post on the Green Inc. blog in late... (posted by Peter 2 years 85 days ago.)
Market dynamics often demonstrate that subsidies create unsustainable demand for the products to which they apply. Witness the auto sales acceleration in July and August of this year while the federal "Cash for Clunkers" program was in effect. Since the program ended, domestic auto sales have fallen back to pre-program levels. According to a post on the Green Inc. blog in late... (posted by Peter 2 years 85 days ago.)
Five Ways to Save Energy
"In the nation's pursuit of energy affordability, climate change mitigation, and energy security, energy efficiency stands out as perhaps the single most promising resource." -- Unlocking Energy Efficiency in the U.S. Economy , McKinsey and Company, September, 2009. We couldn't have said it better ourselves. The problem is, while both business and residential energy efficiency can be major ways to save energy, money... (posted by Peter 2 years 126 days ago.)
"In the nation's pursuit of energy affordability, climate change mitigation, and energy security, energy efficiency stands out as perhaps the single most promising resource." -- Unlocking Energy Efficiency in the U.S. Economy , McKinsey and Company, September, 2009. We couldn't have said it better ourselves. The problem is, while both business and residential energy efficiency can be major ways to save energy, money... (posted by Peter 2 years 126 days ago.)
Illuminating the Great Outdoors with Energy-Saving Light Bulbs
"Electricity Prices Plummet," The Wall Street Journal , August 12, 2009 Hey, is there a recession going on? This timely article details how slack demand for electricity in 2009 may lead to the first consecutive year decline in electricity use in the U.S. since 1950. Such news may tempt some consumers to relax an otherwise robust commitment to reducing home and business... (posted by Peter 2 years 141 days ago.)
"Electricity Prices Plummet," The Wall Street Journal , August 12, 2009 Hey, is there a recession going on? This timely article details how slack demand for electricity in 2009 may lead to the first consecutive year decline in electricity use in the U.S. since 1950. Such news may tempt some consumers to relax an otherwise robust commitment to reducing home and business... (posted by Peter 2 years 141 days ago.)
Introducing a New Flavor of Energy-Efficient Light Bulbs
The pros and cons of energy-efficient light bulbs have been much debated over the last decade. The main focus of the discussion has been CFL light bulbs. Introduced in the '80s, these electricity sippers have been greatly improved over the years. CFL light bulbs are enthusiastically endorsed by the Energy Star program and are the most popular green light bulbs among consumers, businesses and... (posted by Peter 2 years 170 days ago.)
The pros and cons of energy-efficient light bulbs have been much debated over the last decade. The main focus of the discussion has been CFL light bulbs. Introduced in the '80s, these electricity sippers have been greatly improved over the years. CFL light bulbs are enthusiastically endorsed by the Energy Star program and are the most popular green light bulbs among consumers, businesses and... (posted by Peter 2 years 170 days ago.)
Good News on the Greenlighting Front: Energy-Efficient Light Bulbs Are Here to Stay
"Energy efficiency isn't just low hanging fruit, it's fruit lying on the ground." U.S. Energy Secretary Steven Chu, June 26, 2009 In December 2007, then-President Bush signed the Energy Independence and Security Act into law. Among other things, this law opened the door for energy-efficient light bulbs to gain market share in the U.S. However, several commonly... (posted by Peter 2 years 203 days ago.)
"Energy efficiency isn't just low hanging fruit, it's fruit lying on the ground." U.S. Energy Secretary Steven Chu, June 26, 2009 In December 2007, then-President Bush signed the Energy Independence and Security Act into law. Among other things, this law opened the door for energy-efficient light bulbs to gain market share in the U.S. However, several commonly... (posted by Peter 2 years 203 days ago.)
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