Energy Star information – For Residential Customers
Did you know?
Households typically spend about 22% of their annual energy bill on lighting – much more than they need to. The most common light bulb (also called a lamp) is incandescent and uses three times as much energy as an ENERGY STAR qualified compact fluorescent lamp (CFL) to produce the same amount of light. By replacing older fixtures with new energy efficient light fixtures and using CFL's you can significantly reduce the energy requirements in your home. Many utility companies also offer rebates when you replace and upgrade your fixtures to energy saving products.
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Why Buy an Energy-Efficient Lighting Fixture?
Think about how many fixtures in your home contain energy-wasting, standard incandescent bulbs. Besides screw-in, wall and ceiling fixtures, many homes also have ceiling fans equipped with incandescent lamps.
ENERGY STAR qualified light fixtures:
- Qualified fixtures and bulbs use about 75% less energy than standard incandescent lighting.
- Come with long-lasting pin-based bulbs that last up to 10 times longer than standard incandescent bulbs
- Offer automatic daylight shut-off and motion-sensing features on outdoor fixtures
- ENERGY STAR qualified fixtures must have a 2-year manufacturer warranty (double the industry standard)
- Do not hum, buzz, or flicker
- Save money. By replacing light fixtures with energy efficient brands and CFL's you will save on your energy bills.
- Reduce pollution. If every household in the United States replaced one incandescent light bulb with an ENERGY STAR qualified CFL, it would prevent an amount of pollution equal to removing 1 million cars from the road.
- Save on cooling costs. CFLs produce 75% less heat than standard lighting — reducing home cooling demands.
- Improve safety. ENERGY STAR qualified torchieres operate at lower temperatures than halogen torchieres, reducing risk of fire.
- Get rebates. Your local utility may offer rebates for buying ENERGY STAR CFLs, light fixtures, torchieres and ceiling fans. Visit Rebates, Incentives & Services to find these programs.
- Feature CFLs that only need to be replaced once every 7 years on average — great for hard-to-reach fixtures.
ENERGY STAR qualified ceiling fan light kits:
- Use 75% less energy
- Have long-lasting bulbs that last up to 10 times longer (only have to be replaced once every 7 years on average)
- Generate 70% less heat than standard incandescent light kits
ENERGY STAR qualified ceiling fans:
- Move air 15–20% more efficiently than conventional ceiling fans
- Are 50% more energy efficient when coupled with an ENERGY STAR qualified ceiling fan light kit
- ENERGY STAR qualified ceiling fans can save consumers $9 a year; qualified fan and light combinations offer the greatest savings.
Energy Star information – For Contractors
When building a new custom home or remodeling an existing home your options as a contractor for the very best in energy saving lighting products is invaluable to your clients. 1STOPEnergyLighting is your resource for Title 24 compliant and Energy Star Qualified lighting solutions.
Whether you need a whole-house lighting plan or an upgrade to remodeled rooms, we have Energy Star qualified products to fit any decor. Let our Customer Service associates help you in providing energy efficient, cost effective and beautiful lighting and ceiling fan products for your construction project.
Choosing Energy Star qualified products from 1STOPlighting takes the guesswork out of just one more step in providing your client with a Title 24 compliant home.
We offer energy saving products at cost-saving prices! Contact our friendly customer service team at 866-203-5392 and place your order today.