This Technical Note discusses issues related to the development of a consumer-friendly light output metric. Reporting this information in a way that end-users understand benefits the market by allowing direct comparisons of pico-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.