CFL-LED dimmer savings calculations

These calculations display your estimated savings based on assumptions below

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bulb type



wattage per bulb watts
dimming percentage %
number of bulbs
cost per kilowatt hour
hours dimmed per day hours

How your savings are calculated

Step 1 determine the bulb wattage at percentage dimmed with number of bulbs used

15 watts x 50% dimmed = 7.5 watts per bulb

7.5 watts x 6 bulbs = 45 watts

Step 2 determine total power saved on hours dimmed

45 watts x 4 hours = 180 Wh daily savings

180 Wh / 1000 watts per kW = 0.18 kWh daily savings

Step 3 determine energy savings

0.18 kWh daily savings x 365 days per year = 65.7 kWh yearly savings

65.7 kWh yearly savings x 25 year life span = 1642.5 kWh lifetime savings

Step 4 determine money savings

0.18 kWh daily savings x $0.118 per kWh = $0.021 daily savings

65.7 kWh yearly savings x $0.118 per kWh = $7.75 yearly savings

1642.5 kWh lifetime savings x $0.118 per kWh = $193.82 lifetime savings

Savings calculations are presented as an example of potential savings; actual savings may vary based on use, utility rates and other factors. Calculations are based on national averages and assumptions and may be adjusted for a more accurate estimate of individual savings. While EnergyEarth strives to provide the most accurate information, we cannot guarantee the savings displayed.