Even small decisions can have huge consequences, and that includes lighting. Switching to LED bulbs can be a big win for the environment due to the fact that these bulbs are actually very eco-friendly.
There are five reasons why LED bulbs are the sustainable choice when it comes to lighting.
- They are manufactured from non-toxic materials
Incandescent light bulbs and traditional light bulbs make use of toxic materials, but that is not the case with LED light bulbs. LED bulbs do not contain any materials that are bad either for you or for the environment.
LED light bulbs are completely safe precisely because they do not use any toxic materials, but this is not the case for conventional bulbs.
LED bulbs were created to cut down on the environmental impact of lighting. The lack of any mercury content within LED bulbs means it is easier not just to use them but to dispose of them, whereas conventional light bulbs actually produce a toxic gas that can be harmful to both the environment and people alike. Disposing of traditional bulbs can also be a hassle because of their mercury content.
- They have a very durable design
The average LED light bulb can have a lifespan of between ten to fifteen years, which is six times that of conventional light bulbs. The vibrancy of the light that LED bulbs produce will also remain the same after ten years, regardless of how much they are used every day. That longer lifespan also results in lower carbon emissions and also helps users to minimise the amount of waste they produce.
- They have an energy-efficient design
A very impressive fact about LED bulbs is that they are more energy-efficient than traditional light bulbs by a staggering 90%, a feature that makes them a very economical choice. Their lighting capability also means that less LED bulbs will have to be installed in rooms in order to provide adequate lighting.
LED lights are an example of direct lighting, with fewer LED bulbs required to offer the same lighting as provided by conventional lighting.
- They promote productivity
More balanced light is produced by LED bulbs than is the case with traditional bulbs, although it is important to point out cheaper LED bulbs that rate less than CRI90 will not offer a very balanced light. Balanced light will only be produced by quality LED bulbs with a CRI90+ rating.
These bulbs improve the sense of concentration and energy in employees, unlike the warm and lazy atmosphere produced by incandescent bulbs. LED bulbs with a 4000K colour temperature can actually be a big boost to productivity, producing light that is more akin to natural sunlight.
- They come in different variants
LED bulbs come in a wide array of shapes and sizes. There are light variants with different vibrancy and colours that can be played with a click and many more use smart technology that can be controlled remotely.
There are also different types of LED bulbs, including downlights, strip, decorative and floodlights, helping to widen the scope of LED lighting and further benefit the environment.
Switching to LED lighting is good for the environment while also saving businesses money and energy.