Change a light, change the world

with Compact Fluorescent Bulbs

CFL Bulbs


This fall purchase ENERGY STAR qualified compact fluorescent lights (CFLs) for as low as 99 cents.

Click here for a list of participating retail locations and take the pledge to change to CFLs (see box).

When you make the change from incandescent light bulbs to energy-efficient compact fluorescent lightbulbs, you get similar light levels for about a quarter of the energy and cost.

Retrofitting your home with money-saving, energy-efficient CFLs really is as simple as changing a light bulb.

When comparing CFLs to incandescent lights, consider these facts:

Traditional incandescent bulbs typically last about 1,000 hours and waste about 90 percent of their energy generating heat.

CFLs on the other hand, will:

  • use up to 67 percent less energy with no loss in light
  • last eight to 10 times longer; and
  • deliver up to seven years of warm, inviting light

CFLs meet stringent ENERGY STAR® guidelines for long life, energy savings, start time, color and brightness.

With CFLs, you'll:

  • enjoy greater energy-efficiency;
  • purchase fewer replacement bulbs;
  • choose from a variety of attractive styles; and
  • fit them into your conventional light sockets.

Click to view related video.View a short video about compact fluorescent lighting.

 

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CFLs make good dollars and sense. Learn more about these energy-saving light bulbs here.

Disposal of CFLs

It's important to dispose of compact flourescent bulbs correctly. For recycling information, click here.

Pledge to Change

SMUD encourages its customers to participate in the nationwide ENERGY STAR Change a Light, Change the World Pledge. In this event, concerned citizens across the country are pledging to make the change to compact fluorescent lights. Take the pledge today!