From March 12 until April 12, 2015, Manitobans who purchase select ENERGY STAR®-certified light emitting diode (LED) bulbs will save 50 per cent off the purchase price, thanks to Manitoba Hydro. The utility is promoting the efficient lighting technology under the Power Smart banner, by offering the discount to customers through 11 participating retailers across the province.
The campaign builds on the first rebate program launched in the fall that had five retailers participating. About 48,000 households purchased LED bulbs at that time, saving customers more than $550,000 a year on their energy bills.
“It was difficult for retailers to keep up with the demand. We know some customers didn’t have an opportunity to participate in the fall,” said Colleen Kuruluk, marketing programs manager for Manitoba Hydro. “We are launching our spring campaign with more retailer participation and a wider selection of LED bulbs available for discount.
“Our goal is to help residential customers become more energy efficient and save money on their energy bill,” said Kuruluk. “LEDs are the most energy efficient lighting technology available, using 80 per cent less energy than typical incandescent lights.”
“We also want to educate customers about the practical and aesthetic nature of LEDs. Not only do LED bulbs last about 25 years for each bulb under normal operating conditions, they also come in a variety of shapes, sizes, and shades of light. ENERGY STAR-certified LED bulbs also meet strict specifications for quality and durability and come with a warranty.”
By 2016, anticipated energy savings of the Power Smart Residential Lighting Program will be equivalent to the energy used by 70,000 60W incandescent bulbs.
For more information about LED bulbs and Manitoba Hydro’s rebate program, visit www.hydro.mb.ca/your_home/lighting.
