The standard will see the introduction of safe, high quality and energy efficient lighting products to the UAE market, as well as the phasing out of low quality, inefficient lighting products. These measures will reduce energy consumption that will cut carbon emissions and result in financial savings for residents and the government.

The lighting standard brings environmental benefits by preventing 940,000 tonnes of carbon emissions entering the atmosphere each year. This is equivalent to removing 165,000 cars off the road annually. The standard will help reduce the UAE's per capita ecological footprint bringing the country closer to a more sustainable future.

In addition to the environmental benefits, this standard will also result in significant financial savings estimated at Dh668 million annually. Of these total savings, approximately Dh452 million will be saved by households each year, especially in emirates with higher tariff rates. It is estimated that an average villa in Dubai will save approximately Dh2,315 per year by changing its lights to energy efficient products.