Lighting

Lighting likely accounts for 12% of your home’s energy use – but don’t worry. Improving lighting is a fast, simple way to reduce energy bills. And with new lighting standards, you have more money-saving options than ever before.

New Lighting Standards

Since new lighting standards began in January 2012, light bulbs are almost 30% more efficient than the old-style incandescent bulbs. That means families who change at least 15 of their bulbs could save between $50 and more than $100 per year in electricity costs.

Learn easy ways to manage the transition

NYC, DC, LA, Houston: Lighting Up the Holidays with LED Christmas Trees

Date: Dec 11, 2012

Cities across the United States are lighting their Christmas Trees, and this season they are more energy-efficient than ever. Check out the nation's biggest, most energy-efficient holiday trees!

Cities across the United States are lighting their Christmas Trees, and this season they are more energy-efficient than ever. Check out the nation's biggest, most energy-efficient holiday trees below, and read our energy-efficient holiday lighting tips here!

Washington, DC: US National Tree

Sparkle & Savings: Deck the Halls with LED Lighting

Author:

Ronnie Kweller

Contact Email:

aschmutter@ase.org

Date:

December 3, 2012

To create a festive atmosphere in your home, the Alliance suggests using energy-efficient decorative holiday lights.

Topics: Lighting, Saving Money and Energy

TECH BEAT: Energy-Efficient Holiday Gift Guide

Date: Nov 14, 2012

Give a gift that keeps on giving in the form of energy savings – check out our energy-efficient gift picks for just about everyone on your list!

Utilities and Energy-Efficient Lighting

Date: Nov 07, 2012

Electric utilities are increasingly sponsoring programs that promote energy-efficient lighting. From upstream incentives to consumer rebates, these programs are saving utility customers – and their power providers – a significant amount of energy.