Incandescent light bulbs are out and energy efficient lighting is in!

Energy effcient light bulbs will soon be a requirement.  The Energy Independence and Security Act of 2007 mandates phasing out inefficient incandescent light bulbs starting in 2012.  One hundred watt bulbs will be banned in 2012, 75-watt bulbs in 2013, & 40-watt & 60-watt bulbs in 2014.

By the way, using the wrong type of CFL often leads to quick burnout.

So what does watt mean?  Watt is how much power the light bulb is delivering when it's on.

What is a CFL?  A CFL is a compact fluorescent light.  They use up to 75% less electricity to get the same amount of light compared to incandesescent bulbs.