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By John Gore | February 17, 2008
To cut your energy bill, you may also want to consider replacing that bulky computer monitor you have in the home office. A flat panel computer screen uses a third of the electricity of regular computer monitors. The difference is that same as if you leave a 50-watt bulb on all year.
And if you’re thinking about replacing that big screen TV, think about investing in an LCD - it uses half the energy of a plasma TV.
LCD screens are also much better for your eyes as they do not have a flicker rate. LCD screens are less bulky, more aesthetically attractive, more practical, provide a sharper image, but are also more expensive.
LCD screens use, on average, half the electrical power that CRT monitors of the same size would require. LCD screens cost more than CRT monitors to purchase, but in the long run, the LCD is the screen of choice for many reasons. Particularly because LCD monitors use less power, they get the two thumbs up from the Save Power website.
An LCD monitor is also far less bulky, and takes much less desk space. If you have a business, it also conveys a more professional, and modern, up-to-date, business image.
CRT monitors emit weak electrical radiation that can be harmful to humans. Again, LCD screens are the safer choice, as they do not have such emissions.
Safe viewing distance:
Always remember, the ideal distance between you and your screen is a full arm’s length.
- Sit in your normal position, and stretch out your right hand.
- Your finger should just reach the screen.
- This is the correct distance.
Any closer, or further, can cause increased eye strain.
When the power goes out, your UPS can last up to 30% longer if you are using an LCD monitor rather than a CRT monitor.
Replace light bulbs with CFL fluorescent globles
By John Gore | February 17, 2008
Lights are one of the most used electrical devices in the home, and workplace. This is also a great place to start saving electricity. Lighting alone makes up for 20% of the average home’s electricity bill.
Most of us know of, and have been using, the trusty old incandescent light bulb to light out lives. The 100W and 60W globes being the most popular. But these are now being replaced by the CFL globe. Also known as the energy saver light bulb or the fluorescent globe.
These new CFL globes use far less electricity than the old incandescent globes, and last far longer too.
The 14W CFL globe gives off light power equal to that of a old 100W incandescent globe, and fits into the same fittings. Bayonet and screw type globes are easily available.
Osram produces ENERGY STAR-rated light bulbs, including dimmable, 3-way and globe-shaped CFL designs, as well as the Read the rest of this entry »