20. Minimise infrastructure
The decisions made about the type, quantity, and placement of lighting fittings directly influence the requirements of the supporting electrical and electronic infrastructure, which in turn impacts the environment.
A significant part of Light Architecture's environmental footprint comes from hidden infrastructure that supports the lighting, such as electrical cables, conduits, and control systems. Reducing the number of drivers, power supply units, and other components can help lower both embodied and operational carbon.
Decisions about lighting design not only determine the energy used but also impact other systems and factors such as heating, cooling, transportation, and packaging. Collaboration with electrical engineers and systems integrators is crucial to ensure a holistic approach, where the total environmental impact of lighting design may be considered. Designers should also work closely with supply chains to understand the broader consequences of their creative decisions.......
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