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  • Blogging the science and policy of global warming

    CFL’s: Get the Whole Story

    Posted: in Energy, Greenhouse Gas Emissions, News

    Written By

    Sharyn Stein
    Sharyn Stein

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    A recent news article has revived some of the same old questions about compact fluorescent light bulbs (CFL’s). So EDF’s Elena Craft has summed up the issue on our sister blog, Texas Energy Exchange.

    After compiling the most frequestly asked questions, and their answers, Elena concludes:      

    Are CFLs the perfect energy solution? No, but they are a big step in the right direction. 

    For a wealth of information about energy-saving light bulbs, be sure to read the whole post.