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Global warming has become such a huge threat over the past few years. It has forced us to think more about how much energy we use and how we could be contributing to the problem. We are constantly told how small changes can make such a big difference, but many people are still confused as to how they can make small changes within their homes in order to save electricity.

One way in which every single person can make a big difference by making a small change is by changing to energy efficient light bulbs. So just how do energy efficient light bulbs make a difference and where can you find them?

Understanding Energy Efficient Light Bulbs

These days, energy efficient light bulbs look exactly like ordinary light bulbs. They are designed to look the same, but they typically use up to 80% less energy. An ordinary light bulb will usually use around 95% energy and that is converted into heat. Also, ordinary light bulbs do not tend to last as long as an energy efficient bulb. So you are using more energy and having to replace ordinary bulbs twice as quickly as you would with an energy efficient bulb. When you look at it like that, it makes sense to change to energy efficient light bulbs as it will not only protect the environment but it will also protect your money too!

It is thought that by changing every single light bulb in your home to an energy efficient bulb, it will save you roughly $1200 throughout the lifetime of the bulbs. That is a lot of money when you think about it and all you have to do is purchase an energy efficient bulb.
They are inexpensive to purchase too and so you don’t have to worry about paying more than you should. Even if energy efficient light bulbs are a little more expensive than ordinary bulbs, when you look at the hundreds of dollars you could be saving, a few extra dollars now doesn’t seem too unreasonable.

There has been speculation that energy efficient bulbs can cause some side effects to people’s health. However while studies have found that very few people can suffer from headaches because of the bulbs, they are constantly being updated and experts are working to solve the problem. For most people however, they do not experience any effects from using energy efficient bulbs.
Overall by switching to an energy efficient bulb you will really be helping to save electricity. You will cut down your bills and help to reduce the amount of carbon emissions released into the atmosphere.