Covert Switch

Energy Stars: bright spots in the consortium for energy efficiency's annual “lighting for tomorrow” competition

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The technology innovation winner, Chablis-Soleil, features an onboard dimming switch concealed in the decorative final loop that hangs from the pendant’s center. The dimmers twist to turn the lamp on and then slowly increase the brightness of the 70-watt double-circline fluorescent bulb. Other fixtures incorporating the dimmable lamp system may be introduced next year. American Fluorescent Corp., 847.249.5970; www.americanfluorescent.com.(Available third-quarter 2006.)

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Shelley D. Hutchins

Shelley D. Hutchins, LEED AP, writes about residential construction and design, sustainable building and living, and travel and health-care issues.

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