Efficient Lighting Applications and Case Studies

With the increased concern for energy conservation in recent years, much attention has been focused on lighting energy consumption and methods for reducing it. Along with this concern for energy-efficient lighting has come the realization that lighting has profound effects on worker productivity as well as important aesthetic qualities. This book presents an introduction to lighting design and energy efficiency which can be utilized while maintaining the quality of illumination. Topics include lighting energy management, selection of lamps, task lighting, lighting design, lighting control, reflectors, ballast selection, natural daylighting, wireless lighting control, and case studies.

Section I: Lighting Systems DesignHow to Design a Lighting SystemSelection Criteria for Lighting Energy ManagementPractical Selection of Fluorescent Lamps with Emphasis on Efficiency and ColorIdeal Task LightingEfficient and Effective Lighting DesignSection II: Lighting Control ConsiderationsReview of Lighting Control Equipment and ApplicationsEnergy vs. Quality of LightSection III: ReflectorsFluorescent Reflectors: The Main ConsiderationsSpecular Retrofit Reflectors for Fluorescent TroffersSection IV Ballast SelectionMatching Fluorescent Lamps and Solid State Ballasts to Maximize Energy SavingsSection V Natural DaylightingNatural Daylighting – An Energy AnalysisWindows and DaylightingSection VI Wireless Lighting ControlWireless Lighting Controls in Parking GaragesEnergy Savings with Zigbee Wireless in ChinaSection VII Case StudiesMesopic Outdoor LightingAssessment of the Lighting Systems for the Oil Sector Complex Building in Kuwait— Before and After CommissioningIntelligent LightingNew Lighting Technologies Demonstsrated at Defense CommissariesInnovative Lighting Contest: Small Actions Add up to Big Savings in SchoolsIndex