Free CFL Give-away
Want to save energy on your electric bill? Take advantage of the free “Compact Fluorescent Light” bulb give-away currently being offered by Holy Cross Energy.
It’s easy – Any Holy Cross Energy consumer (with an active electric account) can stop in at a variety of locations and receive a complimentary two-pack of compact fluorescent light bulbs. Each two-pack contains one 13 watt bulb (60 watt equivalent) and one 20 watt bulb (75 watt equivalent). When properly used, these bulbs can last for an average of ten years.
This complimentary offer won’t last forever. Please hurry out and pick-up your two-pack, install the bulbs, and start saving energy today!
Visit one of these Participating Locations
Participating City / Town halls
Avon, Eagle, Gypsum, Vail
Glenwood Springs, New Castle, Parachute, Rifle, Silt
Aspen, Basalt, Carbondale, Snowmass Village
Visit Holy Cross Energy
Eagle-Vail or Glenwood Springs
CFL Guidelines
Not familiar with the use of compact fluorescent light bulbs (CFLs), here are a few general guidelines to follow:
1. CFLs thrive in a “continuous operating” environment. Avoid installations where the bulb is repeatedly turned “on” and “off.”
2. Install a CFL in a fixture that is on for two or more hours per day. A front porch light, operating from 5:00 PM to 10:00 PM, is an ideal application.
3. Avoid installing a standard CFL in a fixture controlled by either a: 1) dimmer; 2) three-way switch: or 3) photocell or movement sensor device. A wide variety of bulbs are available for special uses; however, be sure to ask if the bulb you are considering is appropriate for the desired application.
4. Using a permanent marker, write the date installed on the ceramic or plastic base of the CFL. This is a fun way to remind you of the longevity of the CFL.
5. CFLs contain a very small amount of mercury and should be disposed of properly. Used CFLs can be recycled at either Holy Cross Energy office location or at Alpine Banks located within the HCE service territory.