You'll find a new label on light bulb packages starting in 2012: the Lighting Facts label. The Federal Trade Commission is requiring the label on all light bulb packages to help consumers easily compare energy-efficient light bulbs.

The label includes:

• Brightness, measured in lumens
• Estimated yearly energy cost (similar to the EnergyGuide label)
• Lifespan
• Light appearance (from warm to cool)
• Energy used, measured in watts.

Like the helpful nutrition label on food products, the Lighting Facts label will help you to understand exactly what you are buying and to buy the light bulbs that are right for you.