As the world celebrated Earth Day on April 22, 2012, the U.S. saw the unveiling of the most expensive and most energy-efficient light bulb to hit the market. Light bulb manufacturer Philips starting selling their new award-winning, energy-efficient light bulb to various outlets on Sunday with a retail price tag of $60.

The new bulb runs on less than 10 watts and produces light that is equivalent to a 60-watt incandescent bulb. With a ten-year lifespan, the new bulbs are supposed to save consumers money in the long-run. According to sources, consumers will save 83% of energy when switching to the new bulb, saving more than $100 on bulbs over the course of a decade.

Those looking to spend a little less on energy-efficient lighting, can find thousands of energy-efficient light fixtures in a wide array of styles at light-innovations.com. You can find leading brands for less including Murray Feiss, Quorum, Corbett, Troy and Landmark Lighting. Products can be purchased directly from the online catalog and shipped anywhere.  For product or shipping questions, please call Light Innovations in Little Rock, Arkansas at 888-318-1150.

 

Source: LA Times
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