For years we’ve seen the ‘new’ kind of light bulb–those compact fluorescent things that I call “twirly bulbs.” But how many of you have started using them? Well starting in 2012, the government will be phasing out the old type of incandescent bulb that is not energy efficient (as long as this doesn’t get overturned in the near future). CFL bulbs use about 75% less energy and give off considerably less heat, as well as lasting up to ten times longer, so they’re just better all the way around–both for the environment and for our pocketbooks. They also can save up to $40 in energy costs over the lifetime of a single bulb, so even though they may be pricier up front–think about the longterm benefits!! And for the designer in all of us that don’t like that ‘twirly’ look–don’t worry, they’re now making them in standard lightbulb shapes. :-)
