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A transformative step toward a brighter, cleaner future for Libya, reducing energy use and emissions through accessible, efficient lighting for every home.
Project Overview
The LED Lighting Program is a national initiative designed to reduce electricity consumption and carbon emissions by replacing 30 million incandescent and CFL lamps with high-efficiency LED lamps across Libyan households. The program strengthens system reliability, reduces national energy demand, and contributes directly to Libya’s climate commitments and long-term sustainability goals.
This program was led by Ed Elrahal, Senior Energy Policy and Institutional Reform Expert, who served as the lead implementer under the project delivered by Chemonics International and funded by USAID.
Summary
With lighting accounting for a significant share of global electricity use and greenhouse gas emissions, Libya’s LED Lighting Program represents one of the most cost-effective national actions for energy savings. Endorsed by the Ministry of Economy and Industry, the program bans the import of incandescent lamps and accelerates the country’s shift toward modern, efficient lighting technologies.
This initiative is part of Libya’s broader energy efficiency strategy and will be implemented jointly by GECOL and the National Center for Libyan Standards, ensuring that LED lamps meet high-quality performance and safety standards. Through public awareness campaigns, national workshops, and media outreach, the program promotes consumer adoption and builds national understanding of the economic and environmental benefits of LED technology.
Key Achievements
National ban on importing incandescent lamps
Launch of a large-scale plan to replace 30 million household lamps
Development of energy efficiency standards for LED products
Strong institutional coordination between GECOL and the National Center for Libyan Standards
Public awareness and outreach campaigns targeting households and suppliers
Clear monitoring system to track lamp replacement and energy savings
Impact
Cumulative energy savings over 5 years
5.02% reduction of 2025 forecast national electricity consumption
Significant reduction in CO₂ emissions based on national grid peak capacity mix
Lower household electricity costs and improved lighting quality
Reduced national fuel consumption and pressure on the grid
Long-term environmental and economic benefits
We can help your organisation
Green Power Associate supports organisations in designing and implementing large-scale energy efficiency programs that align with global climate commitments, the European Green Deal, and best practices in sustainable development.
Our experts can help your institution develop national lighting strategies, efficiency standards, awareness campaigns, and monitoring systems to achieve measurable energy and emissions savings.
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