You'll find that you have several options to consider when selecting what type of lighting you should use in your home.

When selecting energy-efficient lighting, it's a good idea to understand basic lighting terms and principles. Also, it helps to explore your lighting options for indoors and/or outdoors if you haven't already. This will help narrow your selection.

Types of lighting include:

* Fluorescent lighting

* High-intensity discharge lighting

* Incandescent lighting

* Low-pressure sodium lighting

* Outdoor solar lighting

You can use the chart below to compare the different types of lighting: