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Twist & Save! with ENERGY STAR CFLs and Fixtures Replacing energy-wasting incandescent lighting with energy–efficient lighting is one of the easiest things you can do to save electricity and money. To get you started, Seattle City Light's Twist & Save program offers instant discounts on ENERGY STAR qualified compact fluorescent light bulbs (CFLs) and fixtures through participating retailers. Discounted products are designated by the Twist & Save label. ENERGY STAR CFLs use up to 75% less electricity and last 6–10 times longer than incandescent bulbs. That can amount to about $31.50 per bulb in savings over its lifetime of use!* CFLs come in a variety of shapes, wattages, colors and features, and many cost under a dollar. Specialty CFLs are available for dimmable switches, 3–way switches, bathroom vanities and more. Learn more about choosing the right CFL for your needs. Seattle City Light also offers a $10 instant discount on ENERGY STAR qualified hard–wired fixtures at select retailers. ENERGY STAR qualified fixtures use 75% less energy than traditional lighting and come in hundreds of decorative options such as front porch, dining room, ceiling and wall flush, bathroom vanity and more. Plus, they carry a two year warranty – double the industry standard. For questions about Seattle City Light lighting discounts, call 206–684–3800 or email SCLEnergyAdvisor@seattle.gov * Based on a 7 year life of bulb, 3 hours/day of use, with $.095 kWh rates) ENERGY INDEPENDENCE AND SECURITY ACT OF 2007 (EISA) FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS What is this “light bulb” law? The Energy Independence and Security Act of 2007 (the “Energy Bill”), is an energy policy intended to make better use of our resources and help the United States become energy independent. The law provides important benefits to consumers, industry, our country and our environment. Part of the law sets energy efficiency standards for light bulbs; the first phase goes into effect January 2012 with the 100W incandescent being phased out, followed by the 75W, 40W and 60W by 2014. EISA does not ban incandescent bulbs. Its minimum efficiency standards, however, are high enough that the incandescent light bulbs most commonly used by consumers today will not meet the new requirements. Read the Department of Energy's (DOE) frequently asked questions document to learn more about the law. |
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