Purchasing guidelines for light sources
The most efficient light sources use only a fifth as much power as conventional tungsten filament bulbs. A lot of energy can therefore be saved by using energy efficient light sources. LEDs (Light Emitting Diodes) are developing very rapidly and functionality is continually improving with more and more possible uses. LED light sources now have the same level of efficiency as energy saving bulbs. When purchasing new lighting it can therefore be worth considering the use of LED lighting.
Purchasing requirements for light sources
Specifications conform to Energy Label A per the compulsory EU energy labelling scheme.
| Equipment type | Energy label |
| All, where fitting design and requirements for light quality permit | A |
The specifications apply to normal types of lighting sources where the fitting design and lighting quality requirements permit the use of A-labelled light sources.
Notes and additional definitions
Read a complete description of the scope and definitions of the relevant legislation, statutory orders and directives which can be downloaded from the Danish Energy Agency’s website (please note most of the material only in Danish).
Changes in relation to the 2007 specifications
There are no changes in relation to the 2007 specifications.
Good advice on purchasing and operating equipment
Only purchase A-rated energy saving bulbs featured on the Trust’s recommended list of A-rated bulbs, because these are the only bulbs that fulfil the requirements for light quality and energy efficiency.
Further information
Get information and inspiration on LEDs by reading the pages about LED lighting and in the article ‘LEDs for lighting 2008 – status on light sources of the future’. (in Danish)
Page last updated 06.10.2008