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An Agent-Based Model of Consumer Lighting

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Part of the book series: Agent-Based Social Systems ((ABSS,volume 9))

Abstract

With the aim of better understanding the consequences of the EU ban on incandescent lamps, an agent-based model has been developed in which consumer behaviour in the purchasing of lamps is simulated. In this model, consumers are modelled based on heterogeneous preferences, and they develop opinions (based on memories and perceptions) about lamps and share these in a social network structure. Lighting technology is modelled using lamps of many different technology types. The results of the simulations indicate that the ban on bulbs will be effective in realising an energy-efficient sector, albeit at significant expense to consumers. An alternative policy, introducing a tax on incandescent lamps, is also shown to be effective, given a sufficient level of taxation.

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    based on an efficiency of 12 lm/W and a theoretical maximum of 683 lm/W (Azevedo et al. 2009).

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    Luminaire is the technical term for a lighting fixture. A luminaire is the complete unit, including lamp, and, if applicable, reflector, ballast, socket, wiring, diffuser and housing (Sylvania 2009).

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    A lamp is a broad term reflecting a source of man-made light. A lamp can refer to a light bulb or an the entire device, such as oil lamp, gas lamp (Dictionary.com 2010). In this chapter, we consider lamp and light bulb as synonyms.

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    A variety of standards exist for the voltage of consumer appliances. We focus in this chapter on 230 V AC, which is common in Europe.

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Chappin, E.J.L., Afman, M.R. (2013). An Agent-Based Model of Consumer Lighting. In: van Dam, K., Nikolic, I., Lukszo, Z. (eds) Agent-Based Modelling of Socio-Technical Systems. Agent-Based Social Systems, vol 9. Springer, Dordrecht. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-94-007-4933-7_6

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