Green Light New Orleans will mark the installation of 500,000 energy efficient compact fluorescent light bulbs (CFLs) in New Orleans area homes with a celebration at Carrollton Station on Tuesday (Jan. 20).
Executive Director and founder of Green Light New Orleans Andreas Hoffman says the ‘CFLebration’ was organized to thank the supporters, participants, volunteers, and sponsors who had part in reaching the goal. The event is free. Food and beverages from Matt ‘n’ Naddies, Boucherie, Chiba and other local establishments will be available for purchase.
According to Hoffman, the half million CFLs installed by Green Light New Orleans since 2007 are saving participating residents $23 million in utility costs and reducing carbon emissions by 223 million pounds. CFLs use 75 percent less energy and last 10 times longer than traditional incandescent light bulbs, reducing household utility costs and preventing the release of carbon dioxide.
Green Light New Orleans is a 501(c)3 nonprofit based in New Orleans. Green Light’s mission is to increase household sustainability and decrease energy use by installing energy efficient light bulbs and building backyard vegetable gardens for free in New Orleans homes. Visit www. greenlightneworleans.org to learn more.
Event Details:
What- CFLebration
When- Tuesday, January 20th, 5 p.m.-9p.m.
Where- Carrollton Station Bar, 8140 Willow St.
Music- Andi Hoffmann & B-Goes (6pm) and Sarah Quintana (7pm)
Food- From Matt’n’Naddies, Boucherie, Chiba and more
Green Light NOLA celebrates installing half million energy-efficient bulbs
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