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Take lots of those little battery neon lights that switch by depressing the 'glass' cover and place them randomely around the tent.   A good wind-up lantern will give you central lighting for warm evenings.    I also use a gas lantern or a dual-fuel lantern which, as well as giving light also give of heat and a very satifying hissing/roar.  Many insects get toasted that way.     I also go for the Tea-light lanterns which can be hung or placed about the place.   These give out a warm gentle light which off-sets the hardness of the neons plus a little warmth.  You would be surprised at how much heat they can give out!    They can also be obtained in citronela scented for that fragant ambience.   Add to that a few cheap (and light) solar garden lanterns outside the tent and all is cosy as well as green.    Who needs EHU?    Plus you can get away from the madding (maddening?) crowds with their flickering screens.

ps, I also use a dual-fuel cooker so can be totally independent and don't forget a cheap lightweight BBQ for burning collected dead wood if site allows.