HELP PROTECT
THE ENVIRONMENT
Using energy-efficient lighting reduces the amount of fossil fuels
burned to produce energy. This helps prevent air pollution. If every
household in the United States replaced its five most frequently
used fixtures, or the light bulbs in them, with ENERGY STAR quali-
fied models, we would save more than 800 billion kWh of energy.
That's enough energy to light more than 34 million homes each year
and the equivalent in air pollution to the annual output of more than
21 power plants.
To date, American consumers have purchased more than 1 billion
ENERGY STAR qualified products. Last year alone, ENERGY STAR
helped save enough energy at peak time to power 20 million homes
and reduce greenhouse gas emissions equivalent to those of 18
million cars and save $9 billion in energy costs.
ENERGY STAR
QUALIFIED LIGHTING
ENERGY STAR qualified light bulbs, fixtures, and ceiling fans meet
strict energy efficiency criteria without sacrificing performance.
They are a stylish addition to match the decor of your home or office.
FIXTURES
The ENERGY STAR is awarded to both hard-wired and portable
fixtures, including table lamps, torchieres, suspended fixtures,
ceiling and close-to-ceiling fixtures, sconces, outdoor fixtures,
and cabinet, recessed, security, cove, and architectural lighting.
ENERGY STAR qualified fixtures generally use compact fluorescent
light bulbs (CFLs).
COMPACT FLUORESCENT LIGHT BULBS
ENERGY STAR qualified CFLs produce the same bright light as
incandescent bulbs, but use two-thirds less energy. And CFLs last 6
to 10 times longer than incandescent bulbs. That means you only
have to change your light bulb about once every four years.
CEILING FANS WITH LIGHTING
Many ENERGY STAR qualified ceiling fans offer the built-in conven-
ience and efficiency of compact fluorescent lighting, which reduces
the heat output and energy consumption. They operate 50 percent
more efficiently than conventional fans with lighting, resulting in
annual savings on uility bills of $15-$25 per year, depending on use
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WHAT IS
ENERGY STARŪ?
ENERGY STAR is a label that identifies energy-efficient
products, such as light fixtures and bulbs, which
meet strict energy efficiency guidelines set by the
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the
U.S. Department of Energy (DOE).
Products that have earned the ENERGY STAR help
you save energy and money without sacrificing
performance - one solution to energy supply and
cost concerns. By using less energy, these products
also help reduce air pollution and global warming
associated with energy production.
In addition to lighting, more than 40 product categories,
including appliances, home office equipment, heating
and cooling equipment, and home electronics, feature
the ENERGY STAR.
SAVE ENERGY, SAVE MONEY
When you save energy with ENERGY STAR qualified lighting, you'll
also save money on utility bills. The typical household spends more
to light their home than to run their refrigerator 24 hours a day,
every day. On average, ENERGY STAR qualified fixtures cost less
than half as much to operate, compared with traditional models.
And, when you replace a traditional bulb with an ENERGY STAR
qualified CFL, you can save $25 per bulb in energy costs over its
lifetime.* To save even more, replace your most frequently used fix-
tures and bulbs with products that have earned the ENERGY STAR.
SAVE WITH ENERGY STAR
QUALIFIED FIXTURES
With ENERGY STAR qualified fixtures, consumers can realize signif-
icant savings - a total savings of $56** in the example below that
replaces an incandescent ceiling-mount fixture with an ENERGY
STAR qualified model.
Expenditures
Initial Investments
(fixture cost)
Energy Costs
Bulb Replacement Cost
TOTAL COST
ENERGY STAR Qualified
Fixture Replacement Incandescent Fixture
(one pin-based SOW
(one 100W bulb)
* Based on a 24W CFL with a life of 6,000 hours and a 75W incandescent with a life
of 1,000 hours at $0.085 per kWh.
" Based on a pin-based CFL life of 10,000 hours (about 7 years with average use of 4
hours per day) and an incandescent bulb life of 750 hours at $0.085 per kWh, $0.50
per incandescent bulb.
CHANGE TO ENERGY STAR
QUALIFIED LIGHTING
Consider these benefits when purchasing ENERGY STAR qualified bulbs
and fixtures.
Long Life - CFLs last anywhere from six to ten times longer than tradi-
tional incandescent light bulbs. Under typical use, that's about four to
seven years! You save on utility bills and buy and replace bulbs less
often. Note that, while nearly all ENERGY STAR qualified fixtures come
with pin-based CFLs hard-wired for energy savings, some qualified out-
door fixtures offer their energy-efficiency benefits through the use of
photocells and motion sensors, and are compatible with incandescent
lighting in these cases.
High Quality - ENERGY STAR qualified fixtures and bulbs offer the same
amount of light as incandescent or halogen lighting, while providing a
true and natural color without the flicker, hum, or buzz of their infamous
Safety and Reliability - ENERGY STAR qualified lighting follows
National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) guidelines for fire safety.
CFLs are cooler to the touch. In fact, compared to incandescent lighting,
ENERGY STAR qualified lighting produces up to 70 percent less heat. All
lighting models are tested and meet strict specifications for energy
efficiency and quality and come with a 2-year warranty.
Attractive Design and Convenience - ENERGY STAR qualified fixtures
and bulbs combine attractive design with features created to make life
To locate a store near you that carries ENERGY STAR qualified lighting, use our store
locator at www.energystar.gov under "Products." Simply enter your zip code, scroll
down to check a product box, and click on "Locate Stores."
easier and match the decor of your home. Convenient features include
quick-start, no-hum indoor models, indoor models with dimming or
switching capabilities, and automatic daylight shut-off and motion sen-
sors on outdoor models.
Same Amount of Light, Fewer Watts - ENERGY STAR qualified CFLs pro-
vide the same amount of light, or lumens, as traditional bulbs, but use a
smaller amount of energy, or Watts. To find the right CFL for your needs,
compare lumens on the packaging. For example, if you are looking for a
light bulb that gives off the same amount of light as a 60W incandescent
bulb, look for an ENERGY STAR qualified CFL that puts out 800 lumens or
more (see table below).
Typical light Output (Minimum Lumens) 450 800 1,100 1,600 2,600
Incandescent Bulb (Watts)
40 60 75 100 150
Products that earn the ENERGY STAR prevent greenhouse
gas emissions by meeting strict energy efficiency guideline:
set by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency and the
U.S. Department of Energy.
For more information, visitwww.energystar.gov,
or call 1-888-STAR-YES (1-888-782-7937).
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