Being energy efficient means reducing the use of electricity, natural gas and other energy sources, while still providing the same level and quality of service. For example, an energy efficient car engine can provide more miles per gallon of gas, while still getting you to your destination in comfort and in the same amount of […]
How To Guide: Choosing LED light bulbs for your home or business
LED is an abbreviation for light-emitting diode. They tend to be very small lights that, till now, have been found mostly in electronic equipment, but are being used more often in homes and offices. They’ve been used mostly as task lighting since the bulbs are quite small. LEDs don’t have filaments, but semiconductors. LED bulbs […]
How can Energy Star products save you money?
If you have been shopping for new home appliances or electronics lately, you no doubt have come across a few models that have the Energy Star rating label on them. The Energy Star rating label can be found on everything from dishwashers and refrigerators to washers, dryers, and more. Not all appliances and electronics can […]
$28 Bulbs! – A Light Bulb is a Light Bulb, Right?
No, not all light bulbs are the same. Are there really differences in light bulbs, and what are they? In the past, incandescent bulbs were the most commonly used lighting source. They emit light by heating a metal wire filament to a high temperature until it glows. The science behind these bulbs is relatively simple, […]
