LED Lights - Energy-Efficient, Environmentally Friendly, and Smart

Unlike the incandescent lights that we have grown accustomed to, LED lights are a new and innovative light source that are becoming increasingly popular. They are energy-efficient, environmentally friendly, and provide various advantages over traditional lighting technologies.

First developed in the early 60's, LEDs are small, bright light sources that emit a specific type of light. They were initially used as indicator lights on circuit boards. However, they are now commonly used in a variety of applications, including holiday lighting, traffic signal lamps, and bicycle lights.

LEDs are made up of two conductive materials, an anode and a cathode. Current flows from the anode to the cathode, which then releases energy in the form of electrons to produce light.

They are also referred to as "light emitting diodes" because they emit most of the light within the visible light spectrum. They have an excellent efficiency and are physically cooler than incandescent or fluorescent light sources.

They are available in a wide range of styles and color choices. You can find them in a variety of shapes and sizes, including decorative, vintage, and A-shapes. There are also smart LEDs, which come with color temperature control, dimming functions, and mobile apps for controlling the light. Some even have built-in microphones, which can respond to ambient music.

The light sources have a lifespan of between 35 and 50 times longer than incandescent or fluorescent bulbs. This means that you will save money over the life of the product. In fact, the Department of Energy estimates that by 2027, the widespread use of LEDs could reduce electricity usage by 348 terawatt hours, which is the amount of electricity produced by 44 large electric power plants.