Happy December, everyone!
It is the season to put up our Christmas tree and outdoor lights. Have you switched yet from the incandescent holiday light to the more energy efficient LEDs?
Light emitting diodes (LEDs) are small light sources that are illuminated by the movement of electrons through a semiconductor material. LEDs are exceptionally energy efficient when producing individual colors, many using up to 90% less energy than an incandescent bulb to produce the same amount of light. For example, the amount of electricity consumed by just one 7-watt incandescent bulb could power 140 LEDs - enough to light two 24-ft (7.3 meter) strings of lights. LEDs can last up to 10 times longer than traditional incandescent strands, and come with a 3 year warranty.
If you are ready to make the switch, Smith's has 50% off their holiday lights, and Shopko 65% off. No time like the present!! There may be great deals after Christmas as well.
Drawing:
Those who bring me a receipt showing their LED light purchase will have their name entered in a drawing for prizes - we will not do this drawing until January so that we include any post-Christmas purchases.
Introduction:
I want to introduce to you Carolyn Roll from the Division of Public Utilities who will now be helping me with the Think! Energy Campaign. Carolyn has been one of our biggest Campaign supporters at Commerce and I am grateful to have her join me as a co-captain for Commerce. She has some wonderful energy efficiency ideas that I'm excited to have her share with us in the coming months.
Wishing you much fun with your holiday preparations!
Masuda & Carolyn
Your E-Team Co-Captains
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