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LIGHT FIXTURES
Why Buy an ENERGY STAR qualified light fixture?
By replacing five of the most frequently used lights in your home with ENERGY STAR qualified bulbs, you can save about $60 each year in energy costs. With an ENERGY STAR qualified light fixture, up to 75% less energy is used than in conventional fixtures.
- ENERGY STAR fixtures must last 10,000 - 20,000 hours. This means, with regular use (i.e., 3.5 hours per day), you won't need to change the bulb for at least seven years.
- ENERGY STAR qualified fixtures distribute the light more efficiently and evenly than standard fixtures.
- ENERGY STAR fixtures can now be found at most retailers. Look for qualified versions of: torchieres, under and over cabinet lighting, ceiling-mounted, wall sconces, suspended fixtures and outdoor lighting.
- ENERGY STAR qualified torchieres burn cooler than halogen models. During use, the temperature of a halogen torchiere bulb can reach 1000F, while an ENERGY STAR torchiere uses technology that operates at lower temperatures.
Visit the national ENERGY STAR website for more information on ENERGY STAR qualified light fixtures.
