U.S Code last checked for updates: May 15, 2024
§ 17173.
Daylighting systems and direct solar light pipe technology
(a)
Establishment
(b)
Reporting
(c)
Definitions
For purposes of this section—
(1)
the term “direct solar renewable energy” means energy from a device that converts sunlight into useable light within a building, tunnel, or other enclosed structure, replacing artificial light generated by a light fixture and doing so without the conversion of the sunlight into another form of energy; and
(2)
the term “light pipe” means a device designed to transport visible solar radiation from its collection point to the interior of a building while excluding interior heat gain in the nonheating season.
(d)
Authorization of appropriations
(Pub. L. 110–140, title VI, § 605, Dec. 19, 2007, 121 Stat. 1676.)
cite as: 42 USC 17173