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Compact Fluorescent Lamps Myths vs Reality

Compact Fluorescent Lamps Myths vs Reality By now, pretty much everyone has heard about compact fluorescent lights (CFLs). Consuming roughly 30 percent of the power required for a similar incandescent bulb, CFLs are a no-brainer way to reduce home energy … Continue reading

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Contrary to popular thought it is Not Lights Out for Incandescent

Incandescent bulbs will be around for a long time regardless of recent legislation by government that prohibits the sale of certain types. The vast majority of incandescent bulbs will not be impacted by this legislation. The obvious and most common bulbs that are affected are the 75 watt and 100-watt bulbs in various shapes. The fact is that many of these bulbs will be replaced with energy saving alternatives like halogen. You do not necessarily have to choose a Compact Fluorescent or LED. Continue reading

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Choosing the Best Compact Fluorescent

Compact Fluorescent Lamps Myths vs Reality By now, pretty much everyone has heard about compact fluorescent lights (CFLs). Consuming roughly 30 percent of the power required for a similar incandescent bulb, CFLs are a no-brainer way to reduce home energy … Continue reading

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Queen’s University Researchers Shed Light on More Efficient CFL’s

Professor Praveen Jain (Electrical and Computer Engineering) and PhD candidate John Lam Electrical and Computer Engineering – Queen’s Researchers Shed Light on More Efficient CFL’s Not all lighting research comes from the usual labs… and not all new products need … Continue reading

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