Entries tagged “Lights”

  1. New lightbulb outshines all others

    By Hank Green Posted Fri Apr 11, 2008 12:31pm PDT for ecogeek

    EarthLED's latest light lasts 15 years, uses less energy than a CFL, and has no mercury. But it's not cheap. Read full post »

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  2. Eco-mythbusting

    By Trystan L. Bass Posted Tue Apr 8, 2008 3:28pm PDT for greenpicks

    Don't believe the anti-environmental hype. Learn the truth about what you can really do to help fight climate change. Read full post »

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  3. The world's first OLED lamp

    By Hank Green Posted Mon Apr 7, 2008 1:27pm PDT for ecogeek

    Science and art meet in an exotic Organic Light Emitting Diode lamp. Read full post »

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  4. Just one hour

    By Trystan L. Bass Posted Fri Mar 28, 2008 1:02pm PDT for greenpicks

    More important than just the energy saved is the idea that one person's actions really do have an affect on global warming. Read full post »

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  5. Shutting down for Earth Hour

    By Hank Green Posted Fri Mar 28, 2008 1:56am PDT for ecogeek

    Even EcoGeeks can power down, shut off the lights, and enjoy the darkness for an hour on Saturday. Read full post »

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  6. The Luxim Microwave Bulb in action

    By Hank Green Posted Fri Mar 21, 2008 3:38pm PDT for ecogeek

    The race is on between this new technology and white LEDs to see who can produce cheap, efficient, attractive bulbs first. Read full post »

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  7. GE announces printable light panels

    By Hank Green Posted Tue Mar 11, 2008 4:14pm PDT for ecogeek

    A new organic light-emitting diode film could let your walls glow and make lamps obsolete. Read full post »

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  8. Getting the most out of your CFLs

    By Noah Buhayar and Laurie Ramroth Posted Sun Mar 9, 2008 9:51pm PDT for amorylovins

    Why CFLs are still the way to go, even if you're replacing them more often than you expected. Read full post »

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  9. LEDs two times more efficient than anything

    By Hank Green Posted Sun Mar 2, 2008 11:07pm PST for ecogeek

    Scientists in Turkey have now made LEDs that kick the pants off CLFs in terms of energy efficiency. Read full post »

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  10. Sneaky CFL replacement

    By Hank Green Posted Sat Mar 1, 2008 2:09pm PST for ecogeek

    Hotel and office buildings inadvertently subsidize CFLs ... because people are lifting the cool ecobulbs right out of the sockets! Read full post »

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  11. Gravity lamp debunked

    By Hank Green Posted Fri Feb 22, 2008 4:11pm PST for ecogeek

    Oops, it'll take more than a little weight-lifting to power that light bulb. Slashdot does the math. Read full post »

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  12. Human powered light never burns out

    By Hank Green Posted Thu Feb 21, 2008 11:58pm PST for ecogeek

    The Gravia Floor Lamp runs when you lift a weight. No switches to flip, no energy to burn except that of your muscles. Read full post »

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  13. Dangerous CFLs? Don’t believe the hype

    By John Balbus Posted Wed Feb 6, 2008 9:01am PST for climate411

    No scientific studies have linked CFLs to migraines or skin rashes, and the mercury level is comparable to a few cans of tuna. Read full post »

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  14. Five ways to bring back the night

    By Cher Seruto Posted Fri Jan 25, 2008 3:12pm PST for amorylovins

    Light pollution blocks our view of the stars -- and wastes energy. Here are some easy ways to help reduce it. Read full post »

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  15. LEDs improve

    By Heather McKee Posted Tue Jan 15, 2008 11:48am PST for ecogeek

    A new process may address two of the main complaints about LED light bulbs. Read full post »

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  16. How to pick a better bulb

    By Sheryl Canter Posted Fri Jan 11, 2008 10:59am PST for climate411

    Some CFLs are better than others. Read full post »

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  17. Everything you ever wanted to know about CFLs but were afraid to ask

    By Trystan L. Bass Posted Wed Jan 9, 2008 4:20pm PST for greenpicks

    Factual answers -- and links to additional detail -- to frequently asked questions about compact fluorescent light bulbs. Read full post »

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  18. Green light is a go

    By Vera H-C Chan Posted Fri Nov 30, 2007 12:12pm PST for greenpicks

    LED and solar lights can save you money this holiday season. Read full post »

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  19. Tips for a green Hanukkah

    By Trystan L. Bass Posted Tue Nov 27, 2007 11:20pm PST for greenpicks

    How to add environmentally friendly flourishes to your Hanukkah celebration. Read full post »

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  20. Wishing you a bright and eco-friendly Diwali

    By Trystan L. Bass Posted Thu Nov 8, 2007 3:34pm PST for greenpicks

    Hinduism's six-day Festival of Lights, Diwali, isn't the greenest event. Some Indians are pushing for a less polluting holiday. Read full post »

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  21. Does saving daylight save energy?

    By Trystan L. Bass Posted Wed Oct 31, 2007 11:57am PDT for greenpicks

    Another look at the stats behind "spring forward, fall back." Read full post »

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  22. Lights out in San Francisco, L.A. on Saturday

    By Trystan L. Bass Posted Fri Oct 19, 2007 4:48pm PDT for greenpicks

    Promoters of Saturday's "Light Out" events estimate one hour of darkness could cut energy use by 15 percent. Read full post »

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