CFLs
Lighting your way to a brighter future
Why switch to an energy saving CFL
• Using compact fluorescent light bulbs (CFLs) helps us lessen our impact on the earth while saving energy and money. • CFLs can be recycled - which keeps more materials out of landfills. • They last longer, up to 10 times longer than incandescent light bulbs, which means fewer trips to the store, saving you time AND money. • By switching from a 60W incandescent to a 13W CFL, you will save about $47 over the lifetime of the bulb!*
*Savings based on $.10 per kWh with a 10,000 hour CFL. Actual savings 0 per will vary based on current electric rates and hours of use. ele
Benefits of CFLs CF
• Use less energy – up to 75% less than standard incandescent light bulbs, which means lower utility bills. • Last longer – most Satco CFLs are rated at 10,000 hours* compared to 1000 hours for an incandescent. • Produce less heat – by using energy more efficiently less heat is emitted with CFLs; This will also lower cooling bills. •S Save time – by replacing less frequently, spend less time on a ladder changing light bulbs or driving to the store to purchase more. ch • Prote the environment – using less energy decreases the amount of Protect greenhouse gasses emitted into the atmosphere, a contributor of global warming.
*lifetime ratings may vary.
CFL vs. Incandescent
Th The table below illustrates the potential in energy bill savings by replacing incandescent bulbs bu ulbs with compact fluorescent light bulbs. On average a CFL will use 1/4 of energy used by an y an incandescent bulb while providing equal or more light.
Rated Life (hrs) 1,000 10,000 1,000 10,000 1,000 10,000 1,000 10,000 1,000 10,000 Annual Cost To Opperate $6.57 $1.42 $13.14 $2.85 $19.71 $4.27 $32.85 $7.12 $65.70 $14.24
CFL Wattage Incandescent 60W CFL 13W Incandescent 60W CFL 13W Incandescent 60W CFL 13W Incandescent 60W CFL 13W Incandescent 60W CFL 13W
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