Here in the UK, rules require that "alternative lighting" be available in most premises in case of "failure of the main lighting"
This is generally understood to mean electric lights worked from batteries, that light automaticly in case of failure of the utility service.
However, electric lighting is not specificly mentioned, only "alternative lighting"
In premises seldom used after dark, IMHO this could mean that anyone entering the premises must have with them a light source and an alternative or standby light source. This could include two flashlights or lanterns, per person.
It is clearly unreasonable to install a permanent lighting system and a permanent alternative lighting system in most smaller or less used premises that dont have utilty power.
In the case of larger premises open to the public, but without utility power, IMHO 2 lighting systems are needed, but they they dont have to be electric.
I have succesfully argued that a single diesel generator and gas lights worked from a propane tank satisfy this requirement.
Regulations in the USA no doubt differ, but you may be able to convince the AHJ that "two lighting systems with no common point of failure" would in practice be safe.