Maximizing LED Lighting Efficiency: DLC Reports and Resources

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Maximizing LED Lighting Efficiency: DLC Reports and Resources

Control Savings Factors Clarification

The memo provides key clarifications on the 2020 report regarding Energy Savings from Networked Lighting Control (NLC) Systems. It emphasizes the importance of proper NLC system programming for higher savings, as control savings factors are influenced by system setup and optimization. The report highlights that specific control strategies like high-end trim can deliver distinct energy savings by reducing the lighting load first, allowing energy savings from the remaining load. Energy efficiency programs can leverage these strategies to maximize savings.

Navigating DLC QPL: Family Grouping & Data

This guide delves into the types of product data available on the DLC SSL QPL, how products are grouped into families, and the distinction between parent and child products. It explains the rationale for testing and reporting requirements for product families, aiding users in understanding how products are categorized and ensuring compliance with quality standards and specifications.

Outdoor Lighting Ordinances Data

The Outdoor Lighting Ordinances Map Data resource allows users to download data related to outdoor lighting regulations to mitigate light pollution in the US and Canada. Keeping abreast of these ordinances can help stakeholders align outdoor lighting practices with environmental conservation efforts, promoting responsible and sustainable lighting solutions.

SSL Product Image Submission Requirements

This resource outlines the DLC's guidelines for submitting product images on the Solid-State Lighting QPL, streamlining the process for energy efficiency program staff to cross-reference product listings with specification sheets. While image submission is optional for qualification, adhering to the outlined requirements ensures clarity and consistency in product representation on the QPL.

Efficacy Allowances Guidance

The Guidance for Using Allowances resource offers insights into the testing requirements for qualifying products to the SSL QPL using efficacy allowances. By providing example scenarios for utilizing efficacy allowances within the qualification process, this resource equips manufacturers and end-users with a clear understanding of how allowances can impact a product's QPL listing.

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Streamlining Product Qualification Process with Level 1 Applications

Eligibility for Level 1 Applications

Level 1 applications allow for the submission of a single product or a family of models with minor differences. These differences can include CCT, dimming capabilities, voltage variations, or variations that do not affect performance, such as housing color. To qualify, the efficacy testing needs to cover the lowest-CCT product in the group. If there are multiple efficacy requirements necessitating multiple tests, a Level 2 application is recommended.

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Empowering Outdoor Lighting Compliance: DesignLights Consortium's Ordinance Support

Understanding Outdoor Lighting Ordinances

Outdoor lighting ordinances play a crucial role in regulating lighting practices to minimize light pollution, conserve energy, and ensure a safe and sustainable environment. These regulations often specify the types of fixtures allowed, maximum light output, color temperature, and direction of light, among other factors.

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Private Label Applications for Qualifying Products

Private Label Eligibility

Private Label applications allow products to be listed under a private label as long as they are identical to the originally qualified versions from the OEM. To submit a Private Label application, the OEM product must already be DLC qualified. If using OEM test reports for unqualified products, complete the Test Report Authorization Form and submit either a Level 1 or Level 2 application. Organizations handling multiple brands must provide private label documentation and fees with the original application. Wholly-owned subsidiaries using different model numbers/brands must follow this process.

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Enhancing Horticultural Lighting Solutions through DLC Resources

Expedited Horticultural Lighting Applications

Learn about the DLC's limited time option to expedite horticultural application reviews. Gain insights into the policies, review timeframes, and fees associated with expediting your horticultural lighting application.

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Qualify a Product Application Fees Details

Overview of Application Fees

The DLC requires manufacturers to submit an application fee to cover various costs related to the Qualify a Product process. These costs include funding DLC QPL programming, policy development, IT services, QPL management, and application review expenses. The fee amount depends on the type of application and the specific details of the product group in the application submission. Manufacturers can make payment via credit card or by check, with detailed instructions provided on the Invoices page.

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