LED bulbs use much less electricity than old incandescent bulbs and last many times longer.
Good to know
- The Department of Energy says ENERGY STAR LEDs use at least 75% less energy than incandescent bulbs and last up to 25 times longer
- Start with the lights you use most hours a day
- Compare bulbs by lumens (brightness), not watts
- Check the color: "warm white" is closer to old bulbs
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Our appliance energy cost calculator shows what swapping your most-used bulbs could save.
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