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February 2, 2016

California first state to adopt standards for household LEDs

  • Bulbs sold in California beginning in January 2018 will have to meet certain color and efficiency requirements and last at least 10,000 hours — or about 10 years.

    • SACRAMENTO, Calif. (AP) — California has become the first state to set energy efficiency standards for household LEDs and smaller track-lighting-style light bulbs — a move that could save consumers billions in utility bills, and prompt lawmakers and manufacturers to adopt them nationwide.

    The California Energy Commission approved new requirements for general purpose light-emitting diodes — the LEDs used in household lamps and chandeliers — and directional lamps that have a diameter of 2.25 inches or less. They often are used in track lighting by stores, hotels and museums.


     
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