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70%
increase in average efficacy of DLC qualified solid-state lighting products since we began in 2011.
$350 million
total possible annual energy savings if horticultural facilities switch to LED lighting.
49% more
lighting energy savings possible when a networked lighting control system is combined with LED lighting.
22%
greater lifetime savings potential when LEDs and controls are installed as a system.
>54%
increase in fixtures listed on the Hort QPL since the start of 2020 - meaning more product variety and savings.
Policy Development
Lighting evolves. The DLC works to establish LED lighting and controls as the gateway to connected infrastructure, meaning smart buildings and smart cities that can lead the way to net zero carbon emissions.
Addressing Light Pollution
The DLC’s new LUNA requirements provide a dark sky friendly option for specific categories of outdoor solid-state lighting so that lighting decision makers can identify products that save energy AND minimize sky glow. Now accepting LUNA applications!
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Networked lighting controls (NLC) have vast potential for not only energy efficiency and energy management, but for building optimization and functionality. Learn how we can work together to drive adoption of this rapidly evolving technology.
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