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I think it is 80% than the others

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How can the cost of use CFLs be minimized?

The cost of CFLs was minimised by government subsidy, but in the UK that is now removed and the cost per bulb has risen to £3-4 each.


What does percentage energy efficiency mean?

I would assume it means that the more efficient it is, the less energy it intakes and the more efficient the system is at retaining the energy it intakes.


What type of energy do more efficient light bulb produce?

A greater percentage of light, and a smaller percentage of infrared radiation and heat.


Does energy efficient light bulbs produce less amount of heat than non-energy efficient light bulbs?

Yes, non energy efficient bulbs like the incandescents waste around 90% of there energy in the form of heat. LEDs and CFLs don't even come close.


How can the disadvantages of cfls be minimized?

The benefits of using CFLs could be maximized because when we are using CFL’s we think it is all good but it has some bad toxins that are creating the energy to make the light and make it use less energy. We have to dispose the CFLs properly to reduce the spread of the toxins.


Does a light dimmer work with the new energy efficient light bulbs?

If you are looking to use the new energy efficient light bulbs on a light dimmer you will need to buy specially made dimmable CFLs. Not all energy efficient light bulbs are compatible with dimmers so be sure to check the packaging for information.


What is the comparative for efficient?

More efficient and most efficient are the comparative and superlative forms of "efficient".


How are cfls made?

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What is the efficient percentage for refrigerant capacity control down?

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What is the best available alternatives for CFLs?

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What type of lights do you use that waste a lot of energy?

The type of light bulbs that waste the most energy are incandescent bulbs. They are least efficient because around 90% of the energy is lost on heat. They are also the shortest-lived light bulbs. The most efficient lights are LED lights, followed by CFLs, followed by the new Halogen incandescent bulbs. See the related link below for more information.


How is efficency expressed?

Usually as a percentage. 80% efficient, for example.