@article{22152, author = {Rafael A Friedmann and Odon D Buen and Jayant A Sathaye and Ashok J Gadgil and Rita Saucedo and G Rodriguez}, title = {Assessing the Residential Lighting Efficiency Opportunities in Guadalajara and Monterey, Mexico}, abstract = {

Lighting, primarily with incandescent bulbs, is the major end use of electricity in Mexican homes. The introduction of compact fluorescent lamps (CFLs) could significantly reduce electricity use in lighting. We describe a survey of lighting use in homes of Guadalajara and Monterrey, Mexico, that was conducted to provide information to determine the potential for CFLs. The results show that 1/6 of the incandescent bulbs can be replaced with CFLs if only those bulbs used more than 4 hours per day are targeted. We also provide insights on conducting similar surveys in other developing countries.

}, year = {1995}, journal = {Energy}, volume = {20}, number = {2}, pages = {151-159}, month = {02/1995}, doi = {10.1016/0360-5442(94)00064-A}, language = {eng}, }