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Efficient Lighting: More Information

November, 2017

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Technical

• https://www.energystar.gov/products/lighting_fans

• https://www.energystar.gov/campaign/waysToSave#!card14-GW66

• http://lumennow.org/choosing-a-bulb/

• Energy Star Choose a Light Guide: http://www.drmediaserver.com/CFLGuide/index.html

• Color rendition: https://www.energystar.gov/index.cfm?c=fixture_guide.pr_fixtures_guide_lightquality

• http://www.consumerreports.org/cro/lightbulbs/buying-guide.htm

• https://www.consumerreports.org/cro/news/2015/01/how-to-get-your-money-s-worth-when-buying-an-led/index.htm

• https://www.consumerreports.org/cro/news/2015/08/how-to-read-a-lightbulb-label/index.htm

Design

• Lighting patterns for homes: http://www.lrc.rpi.edu/patternbook/

• http://www.hgtv.com/remodel/mechanical-systems/lighting-tips-for-every-room

• http://www.bhg.com/decorating/home-accessories/tips/decorative-lighting/

• https://www.realsimple.com/home-organizing/decorating/decorating-tips-techniques/interior-lighting/lighting-each-room

• https://www.consumerreports.org/cro/news/2015/08/a-room-by-room-guide-to-the-right-lightbulbs/index.htm

Using the same type and age of bulb in each fixture ensures consistent color and extends bulb life. Photo Credit: Brad Thiessen.