This report by the Lighting Research Center from December 2020 was published by Lighting Answers. Guidance on use of ultraviolet (UV) light for disinfection of surfaces and air in buildings is provided; the authors report on the results of a recent survey and testing that was undertaken to look at issues of effectiveness, safety and energy expenditure. While there are no clear UV specific regulations, the report references the many associations and organizations that have articles and books on the topic of UV lighting applications.
Key Words: Energy Management, Intelligent Building, Lighting Systems/Controls, Protocols/Standards, ultraviolet, radiation, disinfection, COVID, LED