ENERGY STAR Decorative Light Strings
ENERGY STAR Decorative Light Strings
ENERGY STAR qualified Decorative Light Strings consume
75 percent less energy than conventional incandescent light strands, and can last up to 10 times longer than traditional incandenscent strands. Plus, they are cool to the touch, thereby reducing the risk of fire.
Buy qualified ENERGY STAR Decorative Light Strings and
get $3.50 per string off your purchase from your participating municipal utility through a mail-in rebate. The limit is six strings per customer, maximum incentive of $21.
Energy Tips
Fluorescent Bulbs
Replace your incandescent light bulbs with compact fluorescent bulbs and reduce your electricity usage for light by 75 percent.
Refrigerator
Set your refrigerator's temperature between 34 and 37 degrees, and your freezer at 5 degrees.
Phantom Loads
Your electronics--such as TVs, phone chargers, and DVD players--use energy even when turned off. To save energy, unplug the gadgets. 75 percent of the electricity used to power home electronics is consumed while they're turned off.
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