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Bright Ideas for Savings

Did you know that all of the lights in your home add up to about 20 percent of your monthly electricity bill?  One of the easiest ways to lower your electricity use is to switch to energy-efficient lighting.

Compact Florescent Lightbulbs (CFLs)

  • Use 75 percent less energy
  • Last up to 10 times longer
  • Produce 70 percent less heat
  • New features including dimmable, three-way and instant-on

Ways for You to Save on Energy-efficient Lighting

Discounted Lighting

Look for ENERGY STAR® qualifying products with the SDG&E sticker at your favorite retailer.

For more information download our Lighting Brochure.

Please make sure to recycle your CFLs properly.

Energy-Saving Light Fairs

In April we will launch our Light Fairs at various community locations. At these Light Fairs we will demonstrate Energy-Efficient lighting and educate you on lumens vs. wattage, color temperature, the lighting facts label and more. In addition, you will have an opportunity to purchase products at a discounted rate.

Upcoming Light Fair events

Locations and dates are constantly being added. Dates and times are subject to change.

Friday, April 19

Open to public
Kyocera
8611 Balboa Ave., San Diego 92123
Hours: 10am - 2pm

Monday, April 22

Employees only- not open to the public
Sharp Healthcare 
8695 Spectrum Center Blvd., San Diego 92123
Hours: 10am - 2pm

Wednesday, April 24

Employees only - not open to the public
Qualcomm
5775 Morehouse Drive, San Diego 92121
Hours: 10am - 2pm

Energy-Efficiency Lighting Product Demonstrations

These Lighting Demonstrations will be held at local retailers, like Home Depot, Lowes and Ace Hardware, to show you the latest lighting technologies. You will have the opportunity to "touch and feel" the products and ask questions to our staff about Energy Efficient Lighting solutions. They will also be able to show you where to find the discounted lighting products in the store. 

Upcoming Lighting Product Demonstrations

At this time we have no upcoming demonstrations. Please check back for updates.

Energy Savings Assistance Program

Before you buy new lighting, see if you qualify for the Energy Savings Assistance Program. If you qualify, you may receive new lighting and other energy-efficient appliances and services for free.

Learn more

Questions? Email or call our Energy Savings Center at 1-800-644-6133.

Holiday Lighting Exchange Events

Per the guidance of the CPUC, holiday lighting exchange events will not be offered this year.  

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