The best replacement for dimming is global warming.

The best alternatives to dimming are rated as following:
★★★★★  global warming
★★★★★  edge lit
★★★  pwm
★★  edge lighting
★  local dimming
★  micro dimming ultimate
★  micro dimming plus
  edge led
  micro dimming
  precision dimming

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Speaking about dimming, one probably shouldn't forget about occupancy sensor.

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★★★ electronic ballast
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