Mr. T pities the fool who doesn't use LED Christmas lights this year. That's right all you Clark W. Griswold's of the world. It's just not very eco-friendly to wrap your house in energy guzzling, blinking lights anymore. Fortunately for you and your electricity bill, there is a very economical, efficient and equally as pretty option to deck your halls for the holiday season. So let's ho ho ho our way to a green Christmas.

LED lights are a unique technology, optimizing every bit of energy they use to produce ample lighting at about 90 percent less wasteful than those awful chili peppers you have hanging from your fireplace. These bad boys are Energy Star^® approved, meaning those nice, federal lab coats have deemed that LED lights meet the strict energy efficiency standards of the U.S. Department of Energy. Many LED lights carry ridiculous life spans to the tune of 50,000 hours or more, so you won't feel obligated to purchase new light sets every year.

Rest assured that the cost is still reasonable, despite what you may read elsewhere, as LED Christmas light sets run anywhere from $9.95 on up, with several sites online that carry products. For example, I found several products with a simple search that ranged from LED indoor lights that last over 200,000 hours, to LED candles and tea lights. Prices fall somewhere between $7.95 for smaller candles and $18.95 for a 70-75 light set.

Last and certainly not least is the importance of conserving electricity. LED Christmas lights, as mentioned above, consume almost 90 percent less energy than traditional holiday lighting, so why not enjoy the joys of Christmas while saving money on your electricity bill, AND giving a little R&R to Mother Earth.

How about saving money and valuable time by skipping the traditional comparison process, and take advantage of the competitive electricity market in Texas. Texas electricity companies are able to offer special incentives and rates to new customers with a competitive market, but many Texans are unfortunately unaware that they have options to compare and find the best deals in their area.

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Just how important is Texas in the grand ole' energy industry. Consider these statistics from the Energy Information Administration's Texas energy profile:

Numbers don't necessarily tell the true impact of Texas energy. Perhaps it's biggest contribution is in the development of renewable energy, as Texas currently sits in the top five for renewable production. So despite stereotypes of Texas oil tycoons, Texas continually sets a high bar for green energy standards, producing one of the largest wind power portfolios in the U.S., as well as agricultural biomass energy projects that seek to find additional renewable resources.

The winter is steadily approaching, and with it comes the growing need for many Texas families to properly heat and power their homes. What many of us Texans don't realize is that it is really easy to save money on our energy bills. Competition in the market means that Texas electricity companies offer special incentives and deals for new customers. But how exactly do you take advantage and sign up today?

1. It's not 1995 anymore, and with deregulation in many of Texas' electricity markets, there are a ton of great Texas electricity companies to choose from. Researching electricity providers in your area should be your first step.

2. Sites such as ElectricityTexas can help you compare electricity companies in deregulated areas, and find the rate plans that fit your individual needs.

3. There are a wealth of resources on the Web to help you conserve energy and save money. Learn about properly insulating your home and much more. Stay informed and stay on top of your energy needs with help from Texas electricity experts.

Ever wondered how to reduce your carbon footprint by purchasing alternative energy? With the sheer amount of green information saturating major media, consumers like you and I often get lost in the fray. In fact, many Texans may not realize that our fine state is near the top of renewable energy production in the United States, and actually leads the nation in wind power. With ElectricityTexas.com, it's easy to shop and compare Texas energy companies that may offer alternative energy programs in your area.

Here are the companies that offer green energy programs in Texas:

Green Mountain Energy

• First Texas company to offer green energy after deregulation opened the market for competition in 2001.
• Electricity produced from 100% pollution-free generation sources like wind and water.

TXU Energy

• Texas' largest deregulated electricity company with more than 2.4 million customers
• TXU Energy EarthWise 18^sm offers you a guaranteed price protection against rising fuel costs for 18 months, in addition to 10 percent of the power you purchase being derived from green energy resources.

Commerce Energy

• Clear Choice All-In Rate provides a fixed price on 100 percent wind-generated electricity.
• Clear Choice Plus All-In Rate also uses wind power to power your home, but includes a fixed rate for two years instead of one.

First Choice Power

• A community-oriented company based in Fort Worth, Texas
• Simply Better Earth Saver Plan - 100 percent renewable energy at a fixed rate for 12 months.

Amigo Energy

• Privately-owned energy retailer with more than 20 years of experience
• The renewable energy program offers 100 percent clean, efficient power.

Enter your address today at ElectricityTexas and see which green energy providers are available in your area. Going green has never been easier.