Solar Christmas lights cost about the same and use much less electricity then standard bulbs, they reduce pollution from power plants, thereby reducing causes of global warming, and last longer.  They also stay cooler.  Here’s a helpful tip: when you’re shopping for the lights, most should list energy usage information on cards attached to them.

There are many companies that promote environmental friendliness and sell LED lights and/or solar string lights.  The following is a list of some of those companies.

www.Environmentallights.com offers LED lights, LED rope lights, light nets, garlands, icicle strings, and more.  Most are ENERGY STAR qualified, including Forever Bright Premium Retail and Commercial LED Christmas lights.  They also have a Christmas Light Large Order Discount Program.

www.EarthTechProducts.com brings to the mainstream alternative energy ideas that many people  are unaware of, such as solar powered iPod and cell phone chargers, LED Christmas lighting, solar garden lights, and more well known products such as solar panels and solar lights.

www.Greenhome.com is a comprehensive online resource for greening your home. Their mission is to “green the world, one person at a time”.  They offer solar powered LED holiday lights that “green-ify” your home and holiday, as well as solar powered Christmas wreaths.

www.EnergyFederation.org is a good source if you’re looking for commercial solar lighting. The primary difference between residential strings and commercial strings is the packaging (residential strings come in retail packaging while commercial strings are simply in bags) and the fact that residential strings are longer, but every residential string has its own plug, while commercial strings have special “locking” connectors to allow long lengths of multiple strings to be strung together without a chance that they can disconnect.  They can both be used for interior and exterior.

www.Solarfeeds.com reminds us that traditional Christmas lighting can add up to $120 to the average electricity bill and therefore solar LED Christmas lights are perfect for gifting to your relatives this Christmas.

In summary, the companies above help you have a merry Christmas by offering solar powered products that light up your home and your life during the holiday season.