Tuesday, September 20, 2011

Preventing Green Fatigue

GE Energy Smart light bulb
The GE Energy Smart light bulb is a easy way to save money. The GE Energy Smart 13 watt light bulb Vs 60 incandescent light bulb
Example of Cost Savings13-Watt Spiral® Bulb60-Watt Incandescent
Initial Purchase Price
(per bulb)
$3.77$0.27
Replacement Costs
(estimated 7 bulbs)
$0.00$1.89
Energy Costs
(based on $0.10/kWh, 8,000-hour bulb)
$12.00$48.00
Total Cost$15.77$50.16
Estimated Savings$34.39

Yes,the GE Energy Smart 13 watt light bulb cost more at the initial price but the Energy cost is a $36 difference. With an over all savings of $34.39.  

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