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LED Flashlights in the Kenyan Market

A Roadblock to widespread adoption of efficient lighting is being formed by quality problems with LED flashlights; quality issues in the flashlight segment are spoiling the market in general. In …Read More

LED Lumen Depreciation and Lifetime

This Technical Note examines the light output (over time) of an LED light source, also known as LED lumen depreciation or lumen maintenance. Suggestions are made on ways to avoid …Read More

Thermal Management for LEDs

Poor thermal management can lead to early LED product failure. This Technical Note discusses thermal management techniques and good system design. (LED manufacturers should serve as the primary guide for …Read More

Light Emitting Diode (LED) Lighting Basics

This Technical Note reviews important photometric terms and concepts. It addresses common misconceptions in lighting and is intended to give retailers, distributors and consumers a basic understanding of information included …Read More

Lighting Africa Annual Report 2009

After a successful first year, Lighting Africa expanded its program activities in response to industry and consumer feedback. This report outlines the activities undertaken in the second year of the …Read More

Lighting Africa Brochure

Lighting Africa, a joint IFC – World Bank program, catalyzes the private sector to build sustainable markets for affordable, high-quality, modern, off-grid solar lighting and energy products for people in …Read More