The DLC is pleased to announce that the NLC5 Technical Requirements now recognizes the CSA/ANSI T200 “Evaluation of software development and cybersecurity programs” standard as a method of compliance for the cybersecurity requirement. This addition is detailed in the NLC5 Technical Requirements, available on the DLC website here. If you have any questions about the […]
Celebrated the first Wednesday of October, Energy Efficiency Day is a collaborative effort by dozens of US organizations to raise awareness about the positive impacts of energy efficiency and its still untapped potential. With the climate crisis bearing down on people and natural resources everywhere, EE Day 2022 is an opportunity to consider the vital […]
Partnership expands the audience for LCA’s robust course offerings, including courses specifically aligned with the DLC’s technical requirements for networked controls MEDFORD, MA –June 1, 2022 –The DesignLights Consortium (DLC) and the Lighting Controls Association (LCA) today announced an agreement to collaborate in the offering of online courses that advance students’ knowledge of networked lighting […]
The DLC is pleased to announce two additions to the NLC5 Technical Requirements, effective December 22, 2021. The DLC now recognizes the PSA-Certified cybersecurity standard with Chip Level 2 or 3 certification and with System Level 1, 2, or 3, and Device Level 1, 2, or 3 certification. This certification may now be used to […]
Development of Technical Requirements for the DLC QPLs is an ongoing process involving input from Members, stakeholders, and our Technical Committees. The DLC strives to be responsive to the constantly-evolving market and ensure that updates serve the needs and interests of both our Member utilities and our many industry stakeholders equally. Please see below for […]
Starting today, July 7, 2020, the DLC will begin accepting Networked Lighting Controls V5 (NLC5) product applications. Manufacturers may now use the NLC5 application form to submit new products for listing under NLC5. See the NLC5 Technical Requirements for more details. Full details about the application fees are available on the DLC website. If you have any questions […]
The DLC is pleased to release the final version of Networked Lighting Controls Technical Requirements Version 5 (NLC5). NLC5 focuses on strengthening the value of NLC technology, and contains a new cybersecurity requirement to encourage market acceptance and customer confidence. Manufacturers may begin submitting applications under NLC5 in August, 2020. NLC5 includes updates on: NLC4 […]
Intelligent buildings are highly autonomous and “think” on their own to operate at the highest-possible efficiency, create a comfortable and productive occupant environment, and facilitate the modernization of the electric grid. This intelligence relies heavily on the communication and exchange of actionable information across building systems, known as “interoperability”1. Networked lighting control (NLC) systems can […]
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