Due to restrictions on the use of new regulations UAE residential incandescent lamps imported and sold in the UAE is expected to LED lighting solutions sales will increase significantly. Is expected to implement the new regulations will save annual energy bill of nearly $ 200 million, the equivalent of reducing carbon emissions by 165,000 cars a year on the road.
The new regulations from July 1, 2014 began phasing out inefficient lighting, and standardize the implementation process for the recovery and disposal. UAE to lead the implementation of the lighting standards throughout the Middle East and statutory provisions. According to the United Arab Emirates Standardization and Metrology Authority (ESMA) instructions in December 31, 2014 officially banned standard incandescent bulbs sold in the UAE.
GE Lighting is responsible for the Middle East, Africa and Turkey, director George Bou Mitri said that the UAE's move to phase out incandescent light reflects the government's long-term vision to promote sustainable development. Lighting electricity accounted for nearly 20 percent of global electricity consumption ratio, and accounted for about 6 percent of global greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions. Efficient lighting solutions to the transition will help to halve emissions. Phasing out of inefficient lighting is the most effective and economical way to reduce carbon emissions, while one of the measures to strengthen energy efficiency and environmental protection. Therefore, the UAE's move will be a regional benchmark, is attention to sustainable development initiatives.
