How to Choose LED Light Bulbs
Energy-efficient lighting helps lower electricity bills and reduce carbon dioxide emissions, all without compromising the quality of light in our homes. Replacing all the bulbs in a house with LED lights could reduce carbon dioxide emissions by up to 50kg a year. Lighting accounts for 11% of the average UK household electricity consumption, so making the switch could also save us money. Light-emitting diodes (LEDs) turn on instantly at full brightness and are available to fit nearly any light fitting in the home.
Estimated impact of actions
Cost of actions taken
£40
Carbon saved per year (kgCO2e)
10
(Individual emissions saving not household)
Cost savings from actions per year
£50
Space given back to nature (m2)
Unknown
Financial benefit to the future world economy
£60