Someone finally wised up and realized CFL (compact florescent light bulbs) are not actually the savior of the human race when it comes to home energy. The truth of the matter is that I would rather use incandescent bulbs than CFLs because the CFLs contain some nasty toxins and require special disposal. There's other issues (such as them not lasting nearly as long as they were supposed to, and not being as bright as everyone claims), but I just don't like using poisons around my house. I prefer natural cleaners and things that don't require me having to pay to dispose of them.
So what is this rant about? LED bulbs. There have been a few companies making them, and I came across an article on a blog I read from time to time. Check it out: Gizmodo LED Bulbs
I'm proud to say I have never purchased a CFL myself. Some people wouldn't consider that a badge of honor, but I do. I take it to mean that I don't follow every mass marketing scheme and whim of the public media to jump on the band wagon as soon as someone comes out with the next biggest way to save the planet (when it's already known that the bulbs aren't actually good for the environment). Call me crazy, but is it that hard to get a skylight installed? Is it impossible to open the shades and let light in through the window? I understand the use for lights at night when it's dark, but I've started using that as motivation to turn in earlier and get up earlier to make better use of daylight as well as have more time in the mornings to do personal things before work (like a nice early dip in the pool or a short bike ride before hopping in the shower).
I'm not saying to stop trying to help the environment, I'm just saying lets think a little bit before we buy into publicity hook, line, and sinker.
