Energy Saving Tips On Lighting

MXenergy Wizard Energy Tips

Lighting

• Compact Flourescent Lights - Lighting accounts for 5 to 10 percent of total energy use in the average home. Consider the advantages of energy-efficient alternatives.
• Unused Rooms - Shut off all the lights when you leave a room.
• Use Daylight - During the day, let daylight do the work and turn off lights near windows.
• Use Focused Lighting - Instead of brightly lighting an entire room, focus the light where you need it.
• Keep Clean - Keep bulbs and fixtures clean.
• Use Dimmers or Sensors - Replace light switches with dimmers or motion sensors.
• Use Three-Way Bulbs - Use bright lights only where you read or work. Otherwise, use 25- or 40-watt bulbs. Three-way lamps make it easier to keep lighting low when brighter light isn't necessary.
• Use night lights when a little light is enough
• Use Timers - When you go away, use timers to turn your lights on and off.
• Photocell and Motion Sensors - Use outdoor lights with a photocell and motion sensor so they go on only at night and when someone is present.

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