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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

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American University: AU's residence Halls "Do it in the Dark" to Save Energy

Date: Dec 14, 2011

LEDs: Best Choice for Holiday Lights

LED Holiday Lights
December 14, 2011

To light up your holiday without firing up your energy bills, use energy-efficient LED Christmas lights. These lights save electricity and money while giving the environment the “gift” of reduced pollution.

To light up your holiday without firing up your energy bills, use energy-efficient LED Christmas lights.

While old incandescent bulbs waste 90% of their electricity on heat, colorful LEDs brighten your home without heating up. What's more, LEDs can last about 20,000 hours – the equivalent of 40 holiday seasons!

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‘Energize’ Your Holidays And Save Money with LED Lighting

Energize your holiday with LED lighting
Author: 
Ronnie Kweller
Contact Email: 
rkweller@ase.org
Date: 
December 13, 2011

Light up your holiday season this year without firing up your energy bills with energy-efficient LED lighting, advises the Alliance to Save Energy. “Consider an energy-efficient holiday gift– the gift that keeps on giving by saving money for years to come -- to someone on your list," suggests Alliance President Kateri Callahan.

Washington, D.C., December 13, 2011 – Light up your holiday season this year without firing up your energy bills with energy-efficient LED lighting, advises the Alliance to Save Energy. LEDs, or light-emitting diodes, save both energy and money while providing a “gift” to the environment through reduced pollution.

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Top 5 Energy Efficiency Smartphone Apps

Date: Dec 09, 2011

While you’re busy preparing for the holiday season, use these energy efficiency smartphone apps to save energy, money and time. It’s energy efficiency in the palm of your hand!

Energy cost is one of the biggest monthly expenses for American households. The first step to lower monthly bills is measuring energy consumption – but in the season of food, family and festivals, who has the time to track how long the lights are on? 

Save energy without wasting time by using smartphone apps that not only monitor your energy use, but also help you shop for energy-efficient products and power off your appliances. It’s energy efficiency at your fingertips!

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Energy-Efficient Home Building Tips From the Alliance and EnergyNOW!

Date: Dec 07, 2011

Author(s): 
Allyson Schmutter

In a series of short videos, the Alliance and energyNOW! show you the best ways to make  your home more energy-efficient and lower your electric bills.

If you are buying or renovating a home, you can make sure your energy bills are as low as possible by making energy-efficient choices. For help choosing, just watch a series of short videos from the Alliance and energyNOW!

Home Savings

Each video in the series presents at least one tip to help you make energy-efficient buying or remodeling decisions. These pragmatic solutions include:
 

2012 awards dinner

2012 Evening with the Stars of Energy Efficiency Awards Dinner

October 3, 2012 - 6:00pm - 10:00pm
Washington
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The Record: S. Hackensack Light Bulb Seller Has a Bright Idea for People Who Fear the Loss of Incandescents

Date: Dec 04, 2011

Energy-Efficient Lighting Webinar

Lighting Webinar
December 1, 2011
Allyson Schmutter

 The Alliance to Save Energy and American Lighting Association hosted a webinar to educate retailers. 
 

The Alliance to Save Energy and American Lighting Association hosted a webinar to educate retailers on November 21, 2011. 

 

Topics: Lighting
Programs: Communications Program
Resource Type: Tip
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Christian Science Monitor: U.S. Sees Renaissance in Energy Efficiency, Led by Congress and Big Business

Date: Nov 30, 2011

Lesson Plan: Which Light Bulb is Really Cheaper (6-9)

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Which bulb is really cheaper?
November 29, 2011

Students conduct experiments to determine which type of light bulb really is cheaper.

Adapted from “How Many Light Bulbs Does it Take to Change a People,” a Collaborative Project between the New England Electric System and the Conservation Law Foundation

Essential question: What skills will students need to assess energy waste and savings in the school?

Overview/Objective

Students will calculate and compare the long-term costs of incandescent bulbs versus energy-efficient fluorescent bulbs.

Time: 1 hour

Subject: Math

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