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issue no. 6 vol. 3

Luminaire Ratings
On The US Agenda

Standards are one method that governments use to effect a change in the way energy is utilized. Even if standards are voluntary, they can still signigicantly impact the product line of manufacturers whose equipment fails to meet the standards. "Luminaire efficacy ratings", and voluntary standards based on those ratings, are currently under conisderation in the US. 		Manufacturer Rebates: The Win-Win Approach
US-based Southern California Edison has developed a new approach, with rebates given directly to the compact fluorescent lamp manufacturers. Prices have fallen drastically, and lamps have become much more available.

Brazil Programs Targeting 280 Million Incandescents
There are more than 280 million incandescents in use in Brazil's households, writes this issue's guest author. A huge task is awaiting the large utilities that plan residential DSM programs.

Next Right Light In Newcastle 1995
The last Right Light Conference in Arnhem was a success, according to an IAEEL evaluation. Preparations are under way for the next Right Light Conference in the UK in June 1995.

Regular Features

  • Enlighting Notes
    Greening The White House

  • Lighting Market
    Osram CFL warranty /
    Brazil: growing market/

  • Lighting Technology
    Induction retrofit lamp by GE Lighting

  • Lighting and Environment
    Mercury and lighting, by country /

  • Publications Received
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