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Energy-Efficient Lighting - ToolBase TechSpecs

May 2008     

This overview of energy-efficient lighting includes basic information about what it is, the costs, benefits and drawbacks, and real-world feedback from field evaluations.

Energy-Efficient Lighting TechSpecs explains what it takes to switch from conventional incandescent lighting products to compact fluorescent and LED lighting, what to consider when determining if these products are right for your next project, steps to take if you decide use these products, and additional resources for more information.

Prepared for:
The Partnership for Advancing Technology in Housing (PATH)

Prepared by:
NAHB Research Center

4 pages