LED Lighting will surely put me into an early grave
LED lighting is far more complex than traditional incandescent lighting. We examine the issues to consider in choosing the right lights for your home.
LED Dynamics converts T8 fluorescents to LEDs
Made in Vermont is the sister show of the Vermont Home and Garden Show. In addition to some great foody exhibits, I found this manufacturer of LED lights EverLED. What I liked about this product was the ease of transition from fluorescent to LED. Basically, you pop...
Measuring Light Intensity with watts or lumens — watts the difference? (sorry)
I’ve been meaning to write this post for awhile as the lighting industry is changing over to lumens from watts to measure light intensity. So, the next time you have to go buy an (LED) light bulb, you will be able to use your newfound knowledge to buy with...Say Goodbye to 100W Incandescent Bulbs by January 1, 2012
As I browse through my “Home at Home” Home Hardware Catalogue, I noticed that on page 58 there’s an article entitled, “Change is coming January 2012!” It’s about the impending phase-out of the 100 Watt incandescent bulb. As of...
HeronLED Personal Task Light Made from 89% Post Consumer Recycled Plastic, Great Design
Nancy Wahl-Scheurich is the Co-Founder of Little Footprint Lighting, a lighting company that will launch its first product: the HeronLED Personal Task Light in the next few weeks. I caught up with Nancy at Greenbuild a few weeks ago to talk about this well-designed,...
Taking advantage of Toronto Hydro Coupons to reduce Home Energy Consumption
Note: This program has been discontinued. Visit saveonenergy.ca for more information. “Coupons” and “saving money” are words that get my attention. I actually look for these Toronto Hydro coupons around this time of year and glory be, they were...
EcoFitt: Water-Saving Fixtures and LED Lighting Options
EcoFitt is a Mississauga, Ontario-based company that has been in the background of water and energy conservation for several years. The company works primarily with utility companies such as Enbridge, Union Gas, BC Hydro and Manitoba Hydro and provides them with...
LED Lighting Illuminated
LED lighting explained and why a lighting audit is important if you’re planning to switch to LEDs.
The Healthy Home at Downsview Park: Kitchen
A tour of the Healthy Home at Downsview Park’s kitchen and all its green features. Low VOC cabinets, LED lighting, Energy Star Appliances.
