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Plumen Low Energy CFL Is Both a Light Bulb and Art
Posted by Jeffrey Davis
Thu, Mar 17
It's not often that such a simple part of our daily lives is re-imagined. Take the light bulb, for example. The closes to art that a light bulb has come is in the squiggly form of the CFL...which is whimsical at best. Enter the Plumen fr...
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GE Debuts First Realistic LED Light Bulb
Posted by Jeffrey Davis
Tue, Dec 14
Just a few months ago GE announced their new hybrid CFL light bulb. That bulb hasn't even made it to market and the company has already announced what I would consider the world's first LED light bulb that people will actually want to use.....
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All I Want for Christmas is Lead-Free Decorations
Posted by Danika Carter @Your Organic Life
Fri, Dec 10
The holidays are a time of joy, celebration and family. Part of the fun and festive atmosphere, and our traditions are the decorations we display during this time of year. We'd like to believe that if it's for sale it's safe, but as most...
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An Interactive Guide that Helps You Choose The Right Light Bulb
Posted by Jeffrey Davis
Tue, Nov 16
Light bulbs are confusing. Not only do you have CFL's, LED's, incandescent, and a soon-to-be CFL halogen hybrid bulb, but there are also a plethora of different shapes (not all of which fit in ever fixture). So how do you choose which one...
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All Of Your Green Lighting Questions Answered Once and For All
Posted by Jeffrey Davis
Fri, Oct 22
Everyone knows what CFLs are, but are they really worth the extra cost and can they really help save you money and reduce your impact on the planet? And what about LED light bulbs? They're growing more popular every day but they're soooo e...
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GE Debuts Hybrid Light Bulb To Take Down The CFL
Posted by Jeffrey Davis
Wed, Oct 20
Move over Prius, there's a new hybrid in town...and it doesn't run on gasoline. It gives us light. GE announced today that they'll bring a new type of light bulb to market beginning in 2011. It's a halogen/CFL hybrid bulb. Why create yet...
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iPhone Controlled LED Suit Will Get You The Job and The Girl
Posted by Jeffrey Davis
Thu, Sep 02
I love LEDs. Not only are they a crazy efficient means of lighting, but they make for all kinds of hacks, mods, and DIY projects. 26 year old electrical engineer Marc DeVidts has come up with what I shall officially deem, "The Hands Down,...
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Green School Buildings: Ventilation and Natural Lighting
Posted by Richard Matthews
Thu, Sep 02
Green School Buildings: The Many Benefits of Ventilation The kind of ventilation we see in green schools, promotes wellness and supports a healthy learning environment. Poor ventilation is often behind sick building syndrome, which is...
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Collapsible Solar Powered Lantern Is A Must-Have Camping Gadget
Posted by Jeffrey Davis
Mon, Aug 23
I love solar-powered gadgets...especially when they're beautifully designed. If you're looking for a small and stylish lighting solution for your next camping trip, check out this collapsible lantern by Jesper Jonsson. This lamp is equipp...
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Transforming Solar-Powered Flashlight Is Really a Transformer
Posted by Jeffrey Davis
Mon, Aug 16
Solar power is awesome...especially when integrated into gadgets. Some people argue that solar power has too big of a footprint and isn't yet efficient enough to be a viable source for alternative energy. But when it comes to rechargeable...
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