Change a Light
Save energy and save money by taking the ENERGY STARŪ Change a Light Pledge. Every light changed is a step in the right direction.
You can help Mississippi use energy more wisely with one simple action — changing a standard light bulb to an ENERGY STAR qualified compact fluorescent bulb (CFL). You can save more than $30 over the life of a CFL.
Begin saving today by taking the ENERGY STARŪ "Change a Light" pledge. ENERGY STAR qualified lighting products provide bright, warm light while using 2/3 less energy than standard lighting - they also generate 70% less heat and last up to 10 times longer.Use the table below to become familiar with equivalent compact fluorescent replacement bulb wattage and light output ranges.
| Typical Incandescent Bulb |
ENERGY STAR® CFL Replacement Bulb |
| 40 watt | 9 watt |
| 60 watt | 14 watt |
| 75 watt | 19 watt |
| 100 watt | 23 watt |
| 150 watt | 42 watt |
Compact Fluorescent Lighting Information
You can also learn more about where to use CFLs and how to choose the right CFL for your various lighting fixtures by checking out the following images.
Where to Use |
How to Choose |
And, remember there are many ways to save. ENERGY STAR suggests the following ways to save with Lighting.
- Start with lighting - change your five most frequently used light fixtures, or bulbs in them
- Flip a switch when leaving a room
- Put your lights on a schedule
- Use dimmers
