Comparative study of energy saving light sources (original) (raw)

This study conducts a techno-economic performance comparison of various energy-saving light sources, including compact fluorescent lamps (CFL), light-emitting diodes (LED), electrode less fluorescent lamps (EEFL), fluorescent tubes, incandescent bulbs, photovoltaic systems, and fiber optic lighting in Pakistan. The findings indicate that LED lamps have significantly lower operational costs, improved environmental impacts, and are preferred over phosphor-based lamps. However, power quality issues related to total harmonic distortion (THD) and power factor (PF) are highlighted, with a recommendation for innovations to address these challenges and promote widespread use of LED technology.