The world`s 2 billion users of fuel-based lighting
amounts
of greenhouse gases, even compared to
households served width luxurious
electric
lighting. Thanks to low lamp efficiencies,
lighting expenditures
rival those seen by affluent
house- holds who enjoy the vastly higher
levels
of quality, safety, and services provided by
electric light.
Table1:
Performanc comparison of varios flame-based lamps.
Table2:
Comparison of luminous efficaacy for flame-based
lighting soirces.
Table3:
Total electricity vs. fuel-based lighting energy.
Table4:
World Unelectrification: 1995 (selected countries).
Table5:
Electricity Use vs Electrification (Developing Countries).
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The Unelectrified
Masses
Collectively, the world`s 2 billion users of
fuel-based lighting emit substantial
amounts of greenhouse gases.
LEDs: More Than Signals
White ligt-emitting diodes may lead to
revolution in lighting. But in
most lighting
applications, LEDs are still a narrow niche
technology.
EU Standard for Ballasts
Within a few years`time only electronic
and low-loss electromagnetic ballasta
will
be allowed in Europe, if a newly proposed
directive is accepted.
Regular Features:
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