$2.73
Spring Light 801023 Bare-spiral
Manufactured by: Technical Consumer Products, Inc.
Wattage: 23
Equivalent Incandescent Wattage: 93
Annual Energy Cost: $3
Color of Light: Warm White/Soft White
Bulb Life (years): 9.1
Made in China - 7207 miles away from you

Average Eco-rating

Average Eco-rating: A product's balance between environmental and economic considerations. The product that has the highest Average Eco-rating is both environmentally preferred and cost-effective to purchase and own.
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Environmental Impact Rating: based on a product's Consumption and Toxicity Ratings (see below), manufacturing location and manufacturer's commitment(s) to environmental stewardship (visit the How We Rate page for details). The higher the rating, the lesser the environmental impact of the CFL relative to others within the category.
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Consumption Rating: based on a product's lumens per watt (light output) rating relative to others within the category. The higher the rating, the more energy-efficient the light bulb.
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Toxicity Rating: based on a product's level of toxic contents (4 milligrams of mercury in the case of an average CFL) and life hours. The longer-lasting the light bulb, the less mercury the bulb will emit on the environment when compared to bulbs that do not last as long because it will not need to be disposed of as frequently. The higher the rating, the less toxic and longer-lasting the CFL.
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Lifecycle Cost Rating: based on a product’s cost of ownership, including its purchase price and cost of operation (energy costs), relative to that of others within the category. The higher the rating, the more cost-effective the CFL.
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Price Rating: based on a product’s purchase price relative to others within the category. The higher the rating, the better (lower) the price of the product.
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The higher the rating, the better.
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Our Environmental Impact Rating for Light Bulbs is based on a product's Consumption and Toxicity Ratings (see below), manufacturing location and manufacturer's commitment(s) to environmental stewardship (visit the How We Rate page for details). The higher the Environmental Impact Rating, the lesser the environmental impact of the CFL relative to others within the category.

Our Consumption Rating for Light Bulbs is based on a product's lumens per watt (light output) rating relative to others within the category. The higher number of lumens per watt a light bulb can produce, the more efficient it is (it uses less energy to produce more light).

The higher the Consumption Rating, the more energy-efficient the light bulb.

Our Toxicity Rating for Light Bulbs is based on a product's level of toxic contents and life hours. On average, CFLs contain 4 milligrams of mercury sealed within their glass tubing. Mercury is toxic to human and environmental health. The longer-lasting the light bulb, the less mercury the bulb will emit on the environment when compared to bulbs that do not last as long because it will not need to be disposed of as frequently.

The higher the Toxicity Rating, the less toxic and longer-lasting the CFL.

Our Lifecycle Cost Rating for Light Bulbs is based on a product’s cost of ownership, including its purchase price and cost of operation (energy costs), relative to others within the category. A product’s return on investment potential is revealed in its Lifecycle Cost Rating since this rating uses the product's lifetime energy cost in relation to its purchase price. In many instances, products that have higher purchase prices but also have higher efficiency ratings bring a quick return on investment through reduced utility expenses. The higher the rating, the more cost-effective the CFL.

Our Price Rating for Light Bulbs is based on a product’s purchase price relative to others within the category. The higher the Price Rating, the better (lower) the price of the product.

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