Saving energy and money doesn't get much easier.

Replacing regular incandescent light bulbs with compact fluorescent bulbs is a simple way to reduce energy usage. As an added bonus, these CFL bulbs even last longer -- over twice the hours.

The days of bluish, flickering fluorescent's are over. The new CFL bulbs come in a variety of designs and fit your existing lamps and fixtures. They consume much less power than incandescent bulbs.

They can be purchased at discount retailers and home centers throughout the area.

You don't have to take our word for it, compact fluorescent bulbs have made headlines. For more details on CFLs check the Energy Star web site.

Stay tuned... lighting efficiency is steadily improving. Light Emitting Diode or LED bulbs may be the next big thing!

How do you dispose of CFLs?

Currently, in Nebraska homeowners are told there are no special requirements for disposal of CFLs. While the state does have guidelines for the disposal of commercial fluorescent lamps, these requirements do not cover residential models. For the Environmental Protection Agency guidelines, click here. For the Energy Star standards for CFL disposal, click here.