“Starting in January 2012, all lamp technology sold in the U.S., including both incandescent and compact fluorescent light bulbs (CFLs) will be required to meet efficiency requirements set by the Energy Independence Security Act.” [Greenbiz.com]
Meanwhile, as you go to purchase CFLs it is important to keep in mind that not all bulbs are created equal…
Chocolate Bunny Melts Under Incandescent Light, Survives LED Light
“A chocolate bunny is placed under a 65W incandescent light and a 12W Cree LRP-38 LED lights. About 90 minutes later, the chocolate bunny under the incandescent light melts since about 90 percent of energy from them is emitted as heat. Energy efficient LED lights produce significantly less heat.” CreeInc
I KNOW it costs $1,200 but I had to share that I got the chance to finally use the Dyson Airblade! (Weird what I find exciting lately…) We were dining at the Deschutes Brewery in Portland, OR when I came upon it, I almost washed my hands first just to get at it. It is as fast as they say, even if you look weird using it…
Here are two examples of a green policy. The first, from a public library, is a great example of trying to create a comprehensive approach to greening the institution. The second, from an academic library, is more like a mission statement to allow the organization to address the issue. Both give license to the leaders of the organization to pursue greening the library and allow them to promote a commitment to greening to their internal and external audiences.