Book excerpt: The complete spectrum of lighting management strategies for efficiency improvement is fully detailed in this straightforward, non-technical reference. Ideal for building owners and managers, facility managers, or anyone concerned with reducing lighting costs, this book cuts through the maze of technical details to provide clear, readily applicable lighting answers. The author has placed special emphasis on the importance of effective maintenance, and the benefits of a well planned and executed lighting management program. In addition, the environmental aspects of lighting management are thoroughly addressed.