Running energy efficient ceiling fan lights is a cost effective way to save energy while providing your home with a comfortable living environment. Almost all fans afford the homeowner savings on their energy bill if they are installed correctly and operated properly. For optimum energy efficiency consider purchasing both the ceiling fan and the ceiling fan lights with the Energy Star rating.

Energy Star ratings are given to products or appliances that save energy, save money and help to protect the environment. Some ceiling fan lights have received this rating, like those offered by Hunter, and provide up to 10 times the life expectancy of a standard incandescent light bulb. They also produce up to 70% less heat that a standard light bulb and provide comparable lighting without the hum or buzzing noise.

Many energy efficient light kits are dome shaped and are attached directly to the housing of the ceiling fan. Because of the nature of design there is not a lot of variety in the light kit, but the ceiling fan itself can offer many styles in which to choose from so you can match your homes décor.