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Lighting Efficiency Can Reduce Costs Up To 30%

New energy-efficiency requirements have created a large market for energy-efficient lighting equipment in the US, and can reduce electrical costs by up to 30% per month.

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By Scott Raybin

New energy-efficiency requirements have created a large market for energy-efficient lighting equipment in the US, and can reduce electrical costs by up to 30% per month. Consumers are eager to not only adopt products that have the least impact on the environment, but also reduce energy consumption. Rockefeller Foundation President Judith Rodin said: "Buildings [...]

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