Energy-Efficient Lighting Lifecycle

LED Lighting: More Energy-Efficient Than CFL?
Monica Hansen
Research Scientist
Cree Santa Barbara Technology Center
Published December 2009

Paper Summary:
A new report on the life-cycle energy usage of energy-efficient lighting by Cree, Inc. shows that LED lighting products are now more efficient than traditional lighting products when compared across the high-volume applications of recessed downlighting and display spotlighting. Evaluating light fixtures and applications, the white paper’s energy comparisons demonstrate that LEDs offer clear advantages in terms of energy costs and environmental impact over traditional lighting such as incandescent, halogen and compact fluorescent bulbs.