Energy Efficient Lighting

In a Nutshell

Energy efficient lighting can have a large impact on energy savings. Residential LEDs - especially ENERGY STAR rated products - use at least 75% less energy, and last up to 25 times longer, than incandescent lighting, according to the US Department of Energy.

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Light-emitting diode (LED) light bulbs offer an opportunity for buildings to see substantial savings on their energy bills. Ameren Missouri and Ameren Illinois offer incentives for business customers to switch to LED lighting, as well as other energy efficient upgrades. Mary Institute and St. Louis Country Day School (MICDS) saw a savings of more than $50,000 on their electrical bill due to their efficient lighting initiative. Ameren reported that the Parkway School District has benefited from more than $1.6 million in incentives, and Hazelwood School District used incentives for upgrades that save them over a half million dollars in energy each year. Many other local schools and businesses have made the switch to LED lightbulbs to save energy and money. 

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