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A mix of lighting sources allows you to use the type of light you need: task lighting for reading, food preparation and other activities — where strong, concentrated light is helpful — or ambient lighting where more general illumination is better. Not all lights have to be on all the time, and natural light can be a significant contributor when floor plans are designed accordingly.
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Green Points
LEED for Homes Up to 3 points may be earned for efficient lighting under EA8 (Energy & Atmosphere).
NGBS/ICC-700 Under Ch. 7 — Energy Efficiency: up to 8 pts. for Energy Star Lighting package (704.2), up to 4 pts. for home energy “dashboard” (703.4.9, 705.1)
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Further Resources
Residential Lighting Design Guide
EPA Advanced Lighting Package (ALP)
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And of course having individual control of the various light sources helps, as well as appropriate technologies for various applications. LED lighting, for example, works very well as close application and task lighting.
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