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An Amazing Light Bulb ...

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This entry was posted on 11/27/2006 8:00 AM and is filed under Speech.

I became interested in the CFL (compact fluorescent light) because I was seeing them become more and more prominent on the shelves at Wal*Mart while the incandescent bulbs were being relegated to lower shelves. I started "Googling" around the web and came up with some fascinating facts and comparisons between the old and the new technologies.

I described this as a Tsunami that is going to hit the American public within the next 12-18 months if not sooner. It really is going to rock your world! Check out my research notes to see why I make such a bold statement. Also, leave a comment for me (and all to see) regarding YOUR thoughts regarding the CFL.

You can see my research notes here. This 'Manual speech' won Best Speech for the evening.

Enjoy!

 
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    • 11/27/2006 1:55 PM Jim Wolff wrote:
      Paul,

      I had to miss the night that you gave this speech. I'm really sorry that I did as I have bought some of those tupe of bulbs recently and are using them now. I wish I could have heard "the rest of the story". Congratulations on winning the ribbon for this one!

      Jim
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    • 11/27/2006 2:09 PM Greg wrote:
      Paul,

      I'm sorry I missed your speech it sounds like it was a well-researched, informative talk! The environmental "pros" of CF bulbs are compelling. However, I would like to offer up my two cents in the form of a couple of "cons" for CF bulbs.

      First, the warm-up time for CF bulbs is noticeable. I'm sure this can be improved, but it is especially impractical for spaces where you tend to turn on the light for brief periods, such as in a closet (and want it bright). Second, I find the quality of light to be different, even distracting in some applications. Flourescent light has an "office like" feel to me. Again, I'm sure this will be improved over time.

      I think you aleady made the overriding point here though. Even though CF bulbs may not be perfect, just replacing a few bulbs can make an environmental difference.

      Again, my two cents on the subject...

      Many thanks, Greg
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    • 11/27/2006 3:41 PM Sandra wrote:
      I love it. I was looking for the Big D club and got this and the other web site. This is really good information. I will come visit after the holidays.
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    • 11/27/2006 7:56 PM Del wrote:
      I would have liked to hear this speech. I don't like the quality of the light that is put out, but I think it is getting better. I remember when the light was kind of pink. Really weird. Keep up the good work.
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    • 11/28/2006 12:16 AM Danni B. wrote:
      Paul,

      That's a funny coincidence! Over the holiday we stayed at my sister-in-law's house, in our nephew's room in particular. The first time I turned on his overhead light, which was a four-way ceiling fan lightset, I noticed the slight delay of the CF bulbs; but after that, I was completely oblivious to any difference in light quality! And, since we came home to yet another light bulb out in our kitchen, I think this is a sign that we need to make a change in our bulbs!
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