Energy efficiency is now an important part of lighting design and operation, but so far there is no agreed way of determining its energy efficiency performance rating when considering all the elements that influence it. This discussion paper is based on the work of the Society of Light and Lighting, Energy in Lighting Panel which sets out a possible way forward by describing a formula which combines all the major elements. It also indicates areas that still need investigation.
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