Inuvik - Have you heard about these new light bulbs called Light-Emitting Diodes?

They use less energy compared to old-style bulbs and they're not a fire hazard. They also come in a variety of colours and they're tiny.

Jaide Koe, right, 5, examines some "biomass" wood pellets with her cousin Mariah Charlie, 5, at the energy conservation fair Their mothers were part of the Aurora College course which prepared the accompanying community feast. - Philippe Morin/NNSL photo

It might sound futuristic to some people, but LEDs have been around for decades.

On Nov. 26, the Department of Environment and Natural Resources and the Arctic Energy Alliance came to Inuvik to spread the word.

Many Inuvik residents said they were glad to attend, and left with new ideas for their homes or cabins on the land.

"I'm very interested in saving energy because of the climate change," said William Koe. "You can already see it in the country."

On Nov. 26, the agencies even offered to exchange old Christmas lights for new ones.

The Conserve Your Energy Conference also showcased efficient types of insulation and pellet stoves.

Environment and Natural Resources had a booth offering applications for government assistance programs, which would help homeowners acquire things like efficient water heaters or solar panels.

Andrew Robinson of Arctic Energy Alliance said the conference was in many ways a precursor to Tuktoyaktuk's Wind Energy Conference, which happened Nov. 28-30.