Compact Fluorescent Light Bulbs
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A compact fluorescent lamp (CFL), also known as a compact fluorescent light bulb or energy saving light bulb are designed to replace an incandescent lamp and fits in the existing light fixtures formerly used for incandescent. CFL’s give the same amount of visible light as incandescent lamps, use less power and have a longer rated life, but generally have a higher purchase price. In the United States, a CFL can save over US$ 30 in electricity costs over the lamp's lifetime compared to an incandescent lamp and save 2000 times its own weight in greenhouse gases. CFL’s produce about 75% less heat, so they’re safer to operate and can cut energy costs associated with home cooling. Installing qualified CFL’s in fixtures that are used at least 15 minutes at a time or several hours per day can give you a return in investment within a few months. Please see below for available products. |