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	[[File:528px-Kerosene_lantern.jpg\|400px\|framed\|right\|Figure 1. Modern kerosene lantern.<ref>Wikimedia Commons. (May 25, 2015). ''Kerosene Lantern'' [Online]. Available: http://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Kerosene_lantern.jpg#/media/File:Kerosene_lantern.jpg</ref>]]		[[File:528px-Kerosene_lantern.jpg\|400px\|framed\|right\|Figure 1. Modern kerosene lantern.<ref>Wikimedia Commons. (May 25, 2015). ''Kerosene Lantern'' [Online]. Available: http://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Kerosene_lantern.jpg#/media/File:Kerosene_lantern.jpg</ref>]]
			<onlyinclude>'''Kerosene lanterns''' burn [[kerosene]] for lighting. The lanterns pull kerosene through a wick within the lantern, creating light. Worldwide, millions of people continue to rely on kerosene or other similar fuels as a primary source of lighting.</onlyinclude> Although kerosene is a better fuel choice for cooking and lighting than [[access to non-solid fuel\|solid fuels]], there are many concerns - both environmentally and in terms of health - when kerosene is used as a household [[fuel]].
	<onlyinclude>'''Kerosene lanterns''' ~~are simply lanterns that~~ burn [[kerosene]] ~~by pulling it up~~ through a wick within the lantern, creating light. Worldwide, ~~an estimated 1.6 billion~~ people ~~use~~ kerosene or other similar ~~oil~~ as ~~their~~ primary source of ~~fuel for~~ lighting.</onlyinclude~~><ref>Lights for Life. (May 22, 2015). ''The Lighting Poverty Problem'' [Online]. Available: http://www.lightsforlife.org/lighting_poverty_problem#current_lighting_options</ref~~> Although kerosene is a better fuel choice for cooking and lighting than [[access to non-solid fuel\|solid fuels]], there are many concerns - both environmentally and in terms of health - when kerosene is used as a household [[fuel]].

	==Health Risks==		==Health Risks==
	The use of kerosene as ~~an oil~~ in heaters can be dangerous. When operating, kerosene heaters can ~~cause degradation of~~ air quality ~~inside a home~~ while producing toxic and [[carcinogen]]ic [[gas\|gases]]. In developing countries, the widespread use of kerosene comes with numerous ~~different~~ issues. Hazards of kerosene use include poisoning, fires, and explosions. As well, some kerosene lamps emit fine [[PM\|~~particulates~~]], [[carbon monoxide]], nitric oxides ([[NOx]]), and sulfur dioxide when [[combustion\|burned]]. These by-products may reduce lung function and increase risks of asthma ~~and cancer~~.<ref name="RE1"/> In addition to this, handling the fuel can be dangerous as kerosene is irritating to eyes, skin, and ~~the~~ respiratory system.<ref>Health Protection Agency. (May 20, 2015). ''Compendium of Chemical Hazards: Kerosene (Fuel Oil)''. [Online]. Available: http://www.who.int/ipcs/emergencies/kerosene.pdf</ref>		The use of kerosene as a fuel in heaters can be dangerous. When operating, kerosene heaters can degrade indoor air quality while producing toxic and potentially [[carcinogen]]ic [[gas\|gases]]. In developing countries, the widespread use of kerosene comes with numerous issues. Hazards of kerosene use include poisoning, fires, and explosions. As well, some kerosene lamps emit fine [[PM\|particulate matter]], [[carbon monoxide]], nitric oxides ([[NOx]]), and sulfur dioxide when [[combustion\|burned]]. These by-products may reduce lung function and increase risks of respiratory disease, including asthma.<ref name="RE1"/> In addition to this, handling the fuel can be dangerous, as kerosene is irritating to the eyes, skin, and respiratory system.<ref>Health Protection Agency. (May 20, 2015). ''Compendium of Chemical Hazards: Kerosene (Fuel Oil)''. [Online]. Available: http://www.who.int/ipcs/emergencies/kerosene.pdf</ref>

	Taking into account the risks of using kerosene, cleaner alternatives to kerosene technologies for lighting and cooking should be investigated - although kerosene is still a safer option in many cases than using solid fuels.<ref name="RE1">M.Bates, A.Gauthier, N. Lam, K.Smith. (May 22, 2015). ''Kerosene: A Review of Household Uses and their Hazards in Low- and Middle-Income Countries'' [Online]. Available: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3664014/</ref>		Taking into account the risks of using kerosene, cleaner alternatives to kerosene technologies for lighting and cooking should be investigated, although kerosene is still a safer option in many cases than using solid fuels.<ref name="RE1">M.Bates, A.Gauthier, N. Lam, K.Smith. (May 22, 2015). ''Kerosene: A Review of Household Uses and their Hazards in Low- and Middle-Income Countries'' [Online]. Available: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3664014/</ref>

	==Climate Issues==		==Climate Issues==
	Generally speaking, kerosene lamps are inefficient and produce harmful by-products of combustion when used. When kerosene is burned in wick lamps, about 7-9% of the kerosene consumed is converted to [[particulate matter]] that is almost entirely [[black carbon]] - a harmful emission. When wood is burned, less than half a percent is turned to black carbon. ~~Reduction of~~ black carbon emissions is ~~marked~~ as ~~a potential~~ way to ~~reduce~~ [[global warming]], and since kerosene lamps are such a major ~~sources~~ of black carbon, limiting their use could be beneficial to the environment. Alternatives to this kerosene use ~~involve more electrification or using cheap~~ [[LED light bulb]]s.<ref>Jeffrey Stumpf. (May 22, 2015). ''Climate impacts of kerosene lamps used in developing countries'' [Online]. Available: http://www.niehs.nih.gov/news/newsletter/2013/1/science-kerosene/</ref>		Generally speaking, kerosene lamps are inefficient and produce harmful by-products of combustion when used. When kerosene is burned in wick lamps, about 7-9% of the kerosene consumed is converted to [[particulate matter]] that is almost entirely [[black carbon]], a harmful emission. When wood is burned, less than half a percent is turned to black carbon. Reducing black carbon emissions is recognized as one way to help slow [[global warming]], and since kerosene lamps are such a major source of black carbon, limiting their use could be beneficial to the environment. Alternatives to this kerosene include increased electrification and the use of inexpensive [[LED light bulb]]s.<ref>Jeffrey Stumpf. (May 22, 2015). ''Climate impacts of kerosene lamps used in developing countries'' [Online]. Available: http://www.niehs.nih.gov/news/newsletter/2013/1/science-kerosene/</ref>

	==Alternatives==		==Alternatives==
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	File:kerosenelampcomparative2.jpg\|Figure 3. The same room lit by an LED lamp, providing much more light. This makes work much easier.<ref name=pics/>		File:kerosenelampcomparative2.jpg\|Figure 3. The same room lit by an LED lamp, providing much more light. This makes work much easier.<ref name=pics/>
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	Generally, ~~less developed countries~~ with ~~poorer~~ [[electricity access\|access to electricity]] rely on kerosene lanterns. As explained above, these lanterns are harmful not only to the environment, but also people relying on ~~this~~ lighting. Thus attempts are being made to provide better lighting for those who may not have access to electricity. One alternative that has been proposed to replace the use of kerosene lanterns while still providing lighting ~~to people~~ in developing countries is the use of LED lamps. These lamps are beneficial as LED bulbs are extremely efficient and have a very long life, minimizing or eliminating the need to replace the bulbs frequently. ~~Rechargable~~ lamps have been proposed with community chargers available to people using these lights. This option is significantly safer than kerosene lamps, and they are not fossil fuel based ~~lights -~~ minimizing the environmental impact of providing light. LED lamps pose to fire risk and ~~they~~ do not reduce indoor air quality.<ref>Lights for Life. (May 22, 2015). ''The Solution'' [Online]. Available: http://www.lightsforlife.org/solution</ref>		Generally, regions with limited [[electricity access\|access to electricity]] are more likely to rely on kerosene lanterns. As explained above, these lanterns are harmful not only to the environment but also to the people relying on them for lighting. Thus, attempts are being made to provide better lighting for those who may not have access to electricity. One alternative that has been proposed to replace the use of kerosene lanterns while still providing lighting in developing countries is the use of LED lamps. These lamps are beneficial, as LED bulbs are extremely efficient and have a very long life, minimizing or eliminating the need to replace the bulbs frequently. Rechargeable lamps, including solar-powered models, have been proposed with community chargers available to people using these lights. This option is significantly safer than kerosene lamps, and they are not fossil fuel based light sources, minimizing the environmental impact of providing light. LED lamps pose no fire risk and do not reduce indoor air quality.<ref>Lights for Life. (May 22, 2015). ''The Solution'' [Online]. Available: http://www.lightsforlife.org/solution</ref>

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	[[File:528px-Kerosene_lantern.jpg\|400px\|framed\|right\|Figure 1. Modern kerosene lantern.<ref>Wikimedia Commons. (May 25, 2015). ''Kerosene Lantern'' [Online]. Available: http://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Kerosene_lantern.jpg#/media/File:Kerosene_lantern.jpg</ref>]]		[[File:528px-Kerosene_lantern.jpg\|400px\|framed\|right\|Figure 1. Modern kerosene lantern.<ref>Wikimedia Commons. (May 25, 2015). ''Kerosene Lantern'' [Online]. Available: http://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Kerosene_lantern.jpg#/media/File:Kerosene_lantern.jpg</ref>]]

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	==Health Risks==		==Health Risks==
	The use of kerosene as an oil in heaters can be dangerous. When operating, kerosene heaters can cause degradation of air quality inside a home while producing toxic and [[~~carcinogenic~~]] [[gas\|gases]]. In developing countries, the widespread use of kerosene comes with numerous different issues. Hazards of kerosene use include poisoning, fires, and explosions. As well, some kerosene lamps emit fine [[PM\|particulates]], [[carbon monoxide]], nitric oxides ([[NOx]]), and sulfur dioxide when [[combustion\|burned]]. These by-products may reduce lung function and increase risks of asthma and cancer.<ref name="RE1"/> In addition to this, handling the fuel can be dangerous as kerosene is irritating to eyes, skin, and the respiratory system.<ref>Health Protection Agency. (May 20, 2015). ''Compendium of Chemical Hazards: Kerosene (Fuel Oil)''. [Online]. Available: http://www.who.int/ipcs/emergencies/kerosene.pdf</ref>		The use of kerosene as an oil in heaters can be dangerous. When operating, kerosene heaters can cause degradation of air quality inside a home while producing toxic and [[carcinogen]]ic [[gas\|gases]]. In developing countries, the widespread use of kerosene comes with numerous different issues. Hazards of kerosene use include poisoning, fires, and explosions. As well, some kerosene lamps emit fine [[PM\|particulates]], [[carbon monoxide]], nitric oxides ([[NOx]]), and sulfur dioxide when [[combustion\|burned]]. These by-products may reduce lung function and increase risks of asthma and cancer.<ref name="RE1"/> In addition to this, handling the fuel can be dangerous as kerosene is irritating to eyes, skin, and the respiratory system.<ref>Health Protection Agency. (May 20, 2015). ''Compendium of Chemical Hazards: Kerosene (Fuel Oil)''. [Online]. Available: http://www.who.int/ipcs/emergencies/kerosene.pdf</ref>

	Taking into account the risks of using kerosene, cleaner alternatives to kerosene technologies for lighting and cooking should be investigated - although kerosene is still a safer option in many cases than using solid fuels.<ref name="RE1">M.Bates, A.Gauthier, N. Lam, K.Smith. (May 22, 2015). ''Kerosene: A Review of Household Uses and their Hazards in Low- and Middle-Income Countries'' [Online]. Available: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3664014/</ref>		Taking into account the risks of using kerosene, cleaner alternatives to kerosene technologies for lighting and cooking should be investigated - although kerosene is still a safer option in many cases than using solid fuels.<ref name="RE1">M.Bates, A.Gauthier, N. Lam, K.Smith. (May 22, 2015). ''Kerosene: A Review of Household Uses and their Hazards in Low- and Middle-Income Countries'' [Online]. Available: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3664014/</ref>

	==Climate Issues==		==Climate Issues==
	Generally speaking, kerosene lamps are inefficient and produce harmful by-products of combustion when used. When kerosene is burned in wick lamps, about 7-9% of the kerosene consumed is converted to [[particulate matter]] that is almost entirely [[black carbon]] - a harmful emission. When wood is burned, less than half a percent is turned to black carbon. Reduction of black carbon emissions is marked as a potential way to reduce [[~~climate~~ warming]], and since kerosene lamps are such a major sources of black carbon, limiting their use could be beneficial to the environment. Alternatives to this kerosene use involve more electrification or using cheap [[LED ~~lamp~~]]s.<ref>Jeffrey Stumpf. (May 22, 2015). ''Climate impacts of kerosene lamps used in developing countries'' [Online]. Available: http://www.niehs.nih.gov/news/newsletter/2013/1/science-kerosene/</ref>		Generally speaking, kerosene lamps are inefficient and produce harmful by-products of combustion when used. When kerosene is burned in wick lamps, about 7-9% of the kerosene consumed is converted to [[particulate matter]] that is almost entirely [[black carbon]] - a harmful emission. When wood is burned, less than half a percent is turned to black carbon. Reduction of black carbon emissions is marked as a potential way to reduce [[global warming]], and since kerosene lamps are such a major sources of black carbon, limiting their use could be beneficial to the environment. Alternatives to this kerosene use involve more electrification or using cheap [[LED light bulb]]s.<ref>Jeffrey Stumpf. (May 22, 2015). ''Climate impacts of kerosene lamps used in developing countries'' [Online]. Available: http://www.niehs.nih.gov/news/newsletter/2013/1/science-kerosene/</ref>

	==Alternatives==		==Alternatives==

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[[File:528px-Kerosene_lantern.jpg|400px|framed|right|Figure 1. Modern kerosene lantern.<ref>Wikimedia Commons. (May 25, 2015). ''Kerosene Lantern'' [Online]. Available: http://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Kerosene_lantern.jpg#/media/File:Kerosene_lantern.jpg</ref>]]

<onlyinclude>'''Kerosene lanterns''' are simply lanterns that burn [[kerosene]] by pulling it up through a wick within the lantern, creating light. Worldwide, an estimated 1.6 billion people use kerosene or other similar oil as their primary source of fuel for lighting.</onlyinclude><ref>Lights for Life. (May 22, 2015). ''The Lighting Poverty Problem'' [Online]. Available: http://www.lightsforlife.org/lighting_poverty_problem#current_lighting_options</ref> Although kerosene is a better fuel choice for cooking and lighting than [[access to non-solid fuel|solid fuels]], there are many concerns - both environmentally and in terms of health - when kerosene is used as a household [[fuel]].

==Health Risks==
The use of kerosene as an oil in heaters can be dangerous. When operating, kerosene heaters can cause degradation of air quality inside a home while producing toxic and [[carcinogenic]] [[gas|gases]]. In developing countries, the widespread use of kerosene comes with numerous different issues. Hazards of kerosene use include poisoning, fires, and explosions. As well, some kerosene lamps emit fine [[PM|particulates]], [[carbon monoxide]], nitric oxides ([[NOx]]), and sulfur dioxide when [[combustion|burned]]. These by-products may reduce lung function and increase risks of asthma and cancer.<ref name="RE1"/> In addition to this, handling the fuel can be dangerous as kerosene is irritating to eyes, skin, and the respiratory system.<ref>Health Protection Agency. (May 20, 2015). ''Compendium of Chemical Hazards: Kerosene (Fuel Oil)''. [Online]. Available: http://www.who.int/ipcs/emergencies/kerosene.pdf</ref>

Taking into account the risks of using kerosene, cleaner alternatives to kerosene technologies for lighting and cooking should be investigated - although kerosene is still a safer option in many cases than using solid fuels.<ref name="RE1">M.Bates, A.Gauthier, N. Lam, K.Smith. (May 22, 2015). ''Kerosene: A Review of Household Uses and their Hazards in Low- and Middle-Income Countries'' [Online]. Available: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3664014/</ref>

==Climate Issues==
Generally speaking, kerosene lamps are inefficient and produce harmful by-products of combustion when used. When kerosene is burned in wick lamps, about 7-9% of the kerosene consumed is converted to [[particulate matter]] that is almost entirely [[black carbon]] - a harmful emission. When wood is burned, less than half a percent is turned to black carbon. Reduction of black carbon emissions is marked as a potential way to reduce [[climate warming]], and since kerosene lamps are such a major sources of black carbon, limiting their use could be beneficial to the environment. Alternatives to this kerosene use involve more electrification or using cheap [[LED lamp]]s.<ref>Jeffrey Stumpf. (May 22, 2015). ''Climate impacts of kerosene lamps used in developing countries'' [Online]. Available: http://www.niehs.nih.gov/news/newsletter/2013/1/science-kerosene/</ref>

==Alternatives==
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File:kerosenelampcomparative1.jpg|Figure 2. A man working by the light of a kerosene lantern. This type of lighting provides dim light that is not easy to work in. <ref name=pics>Lighting Africa (World Bank Group). (May 27, 2015). ''Lighting'' [Online]. Available: https://www.lightingafrica.org/about-us/</ref>
File:kerosenelampcomparative2.jpg|Figure 3. The same room lit by an LED lamp, providing much more light. This makes work much easier.<ref name=pics/>
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Generally, less developed countries with poorer [[electricity access|access to electricity]] rely on kerosene lanterns. As explained above, these lanterns are harmful not only to the environment, but also people relying on this lighting. Thus attempts are being made to provide better lighting for those who may not have access to electricity. One alternative that has been proposed to replace the use of kerosene lanterns while still providing lighting to people in developing countries is the use of LED lamps. These lamps are beneficial as LED bulbs are extremely efficient and have a very long life, minimizing or eliminating the need to replace the bulbs frequently. Rechargable lamps have been proposed with community chargers available to people using these lights. This option is significantly safer than kerosene lamps, and they are not fossil fuel based lights - minimizing the environmental impact of providing light. LED lamps pose to fire risk and they do not reduce indoor air quality.<ref>Lights for Life. (May 22, 2015). ''The Solution'' [Online]. Available: http://www.lightsforlife.org/solution</ref>

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