The Eco Design Note reviews current research on the life cycle analysis of pico-powered lighting products and the reduction in climate-warming emissions that occur when consumers switch from fuel-based to electronic lighting. The results show substantial energy savings and significant reductions in climate-warming emissions associated with solar-powered lighting products.

This document was produced by Lighting Global Quality Assurance. In February 2020, Lighting Global Quality Assurance evolved to become VeraSol, an independent program offering quality assurance services for solar energy kits and off-grid appliances.