Change the lightbulbs in your home or workplace to reduce energy use and waste. Use LEDs and compact fluorescent light globes instead of older incandescent lightbulbs.

About 10% of our home’s electricity is typically used by lighting. Today, efficient LED lighting has all but replaced traditional lighting. The benefits of LED lighting are reducing the lighting’s energy consumption by 85%, increasing the lifespan of lights, and reducing waste.

Save 200kg of carbon emissions per year by switching three light bulbs.

More information

• Green Street Badges: Energy badge (household) and Energy badge (business)
• Energy.gov.au – lighting. Australian Government’s energy-saving website with information and tips for consumers and businesses
• How to buy the best light bulbs: Article by Choice on the types of bulbs (LED, Halogen, CFD) and their running costs
• LED savings calculator: Compare LED bulbs with non-LED to see how much money you could save over time