Sources: February 2008 Archives
They last 10 times longer than standard incandescent bulbs and when they are worn out, Ikea customers can bring them back to Ikea and this retailer recycles them.
Or for lamp disposal information for your state, please go to
Lightbulb recycling site: www.lamprecycle.org
or the recycling and resources site: Earth 911
to obtain more information about recycling energy-saving light bulbs such as "compact fluorescent lights" (CFLs).
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Our mission is to bring our readers practical, reliable information about technologies, techniques and design that reduces our electricity load and provides our families and work teams with higher quality of life. And save some money!Energy Efficient Lighting for Homes
Lighting makes the difference between eye strain and comfort! We rely on lighting in our homes and offices so much that our entire planet glows in the dark! But there are practical ways to reduce energy use and still enjoy responsible levels of lighting in our kitchens, bathrooms, home offices and workspaces.If you count the lights, lamps, nightlights, equipment indicator lights, oven lights, and flashlights in your home, you would be amazed at how much you rely on lighting for your work, play and relaxation.
We will help you find good lighting fixtures, quality replacement bulbs, and even how to have your lights installed with design and efficiency.
Energy Efficient Light for Offices
Offices use many of the same kinds of light bulbs and fixtures used by home offices and even outdoor lighting designs. We are pulling together articles about office solutions like solar tubes, fluorescent bulbs, energy audits, and even Energy Star rated fixtures.Office lighting costs us not only in replacement light bulbs, but high utility bills, time to replace incandescent bulbs that have short lifespans, and added heat that requires additional air conditioning. We have solutions! We help consumers and office managers cost their lighting infrastructure for efficiency and quality task lighting.
Effective outdoor lighting is one of your most powerful tools for fighting crime, enhancing safety and reducing potential liability. Lighting solutions for roadways, commerical building, and residential neighborhoods include vandal resistant, low-glare street lighting options.
Quality lighting design practices provide energy conservation, safety needs, and the preservation of the natural night environment by minimizing artificial sky glow.
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Practical living requires practical solutions -- products and installation services, as well as good maintenance. We bring our readers technology insights and energy management tips to reduce costs and improve ambient as well as task lighting. Look for articles about the following categories of lighting fixtures, replacement bulbs, lightscaping design and the businesses that make light products and installation available to you.- Home Lighting
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