Energy Conservation in the Home. Lighting

Energy conservation is something we all hear about on a regular basis. Why should we as consumers bother to worry about energy conservation? The answer is quite simple. We are using fossil fuels to provide our energy that we mostly take for granted. This is a resource that will eventually run out. The human race is growing at a rapid rate and the impact on the global energy requirements is massive. For every Kilowatt-hour saved, 1.2kg less greenhouse gasses are produced. (Environmental Services Branch, 1993). Another good reason to cut back on our use is the financial incentive. …