Synopsis "Green Lighting (Tab Green Guru Guides)"
Publisher's Note: Products purchased from Third Party sellers are not guaranteed by the publisher for quality, authenticity, or access to any online entitlements included with the product.Flip the switch to energy-efficient lightingThis do-it-yourself guide makes it easy to upgrade residential and commercial lighting to reduce costs and environmental impact while maintaining or even improving the quality of the lighting. Filled with step-by-step instructions, Green Lighting shows you how to save money and energy with light-emitting diodes (LEDs), compact fluorescent lighting (CFL), solar lights, windows, skylights, fixtures, controls, and other bright ideas. Methods for calculating return on investment, plus recommended sources for energy-efficient products, are included in this practical resource. Green Lighting covers:Color temperature measurementsIn-depth details on the differences between LEDs and CFLsHow utilities bill for electricity usageComparing wattage and determining energy savingsENERGY STAR® ratingsPurchasing appropriate bulbs, fixtures, and sensorsDeveloping a comprehensive green lighting plan for your entire home, office, or commercial environmentIncandescent, halogen, and gas-discharge lightingSolar and next-generation lighting
