TCP, Inc. to Donate 5,000 Energy Efficient Light Bulbs to New Orleans Residents

Aurora, OH (July 21, 2006) – TCP, Inc., the leading supplier of compact fluorescent lamps (CFLs) announced that it will donate 5,000 energy efficient light bulbs to New Orleans residents impacted by last year’s devastating hurricane season. The CFLs will help consumers reduce their energy costs and conserve the environment as they prepare for the 2006 hurricane season.

“Seeing the destruction to the New Orleans area from Hurricane Katrina had a profound impact on many of us in other regions of the country,” said Ellis Yan, CEO of TCP, Inc. “Through this small gesture, TCP offers its support to those affected by Katrina in addition to providing them with a viable way to help save both electricity costs and energy in the future.”

The first 5,000 people attending the “Hands-On Hurricane Preparedness” event at The Pontchartrain Center in New Orleans on July 22 – 23, 2006 will receive a CFL courtesy of TCP. The CFLs use less than three-fourths the energy of standard incandescent light bulbs, and produce the same quality of light. In addition, the event will supply homeowners with the knowledge and tools they need to repair and prepare their homes for another hurricane season.

Over the last five years there has been a steady increase in CFL sales and a significant increase in the general public’s awareness of energy efficient lighting. This will only continue to grow as gas prices rise and consumers look for new, creative ways to save money. The simple solution of replacing five light bulbs in the home can help lower monthly utility costs by more than $60 a year.

TCP, Inc., headquartered in Aurora, Ohio, drives lighting innovation for commercial, industrial and residential applications. As the leader in energy efficient lighting, TCP manufactures the most compact fluorescent lamps in the industry, offers one of the largest number of ENERGY STAR approved products and distributes them throughout North America and abroad. The company’s extensive product line includes compact fluorescent lamps, cold cathode, linear and high bay systems, exit and emergency lighting, HID, energy efficient fixtures, LED, halogen and incandescent lighting products/solutions. For more information, visit us at www.tcpi.com or call (800) 324-1496.