Upgrading lighting systems with efficient light sources, fixtures, and controls can reduce lighting energy use, improve the visual environment, and affect the sizing of HVAC and electrical systems due to the decreased lighting loads and reduced levels of waste heat. The DRET collaborative explores ways to drive advanced lighting systems that can reduce and optimize space lighting while maintaining occupant satisfaction.
Lighting Research
| Project Focus | Project Title | Year | Source | Purpose | Draft or Final Report | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| wdt_ID | Sort | Project Focus | Project Title | Year | Source | Purpose | Draft or Final Report |
| 28 | 320 | Lighting | DR12SCE22 Backlit Menu Board Demand Response Field Evaluation | 2012 | SCE | This study looked at the potential for demand response program participation for backlit menu boards. The focus was to integrate existing dimmable backlit menu boards into the ADR capabilities of restaurant lighting controllers. | Final |
| 29 | 315 | Lighting | DR12SCE2.06 DR-Ready LED Lighting Systems with Advanced Controls in Fast Food Restaurants | 2012 | SCE | This study looked to determine whether the ALCS can be scheduled for reliable control of lighting as part of a manual Demand Response event as well as part of an Automated Demand Response (AutoDR) test event, testing at five restaurant sites. | Final |
| 30 | 305 | Lighting | DR11SCE0501 DR Tests of Lighting in a Class A Office Corridor | 2011 | SCE | This study evaluates the Demand Response capability of an Advanced Lighting Control System developed by Lutron Electronics. This study examined the energy savings potential in corridors and stairwell where the lighting was controlled by occupancy sensors. | Final |
| 31 | 310 | Lighting | DR11SCE1.05.02 DR Tests of Lighting in a Typical College Corridor | 2011 | SCE | This project focuses on demand response potential of lighting in a typical college corridor, specifically evaluating the capability of an advanced lighting control system. This study examined the energy savings potential in corridors and stairwell where the lighting was controlled by occupancy sensors. | Final |
| 32 | 300 | Lighting | DR10SCE01 Office of the Future Integrating DR and EE in Commercial Office Space Lighting | 2011 | SCE | This project focuses on demand response potential of lighting in a commercial office space. The lighting design goal was not only to provide energy efficient and demand responsive solutions but also to improve significantly the lighting quality and the overall look and feel of the space. | Final |
| 116 | 325 | Lighting | Wireless Lighting Controls – Automated Demand Response | 2016 | SDG&E | The objective of this study was to evaluate a scaled field placement of connected lighting points with advanced controls providing demand response (DR) capabilities. | Final |