DLC Qualification
DLC Qualified Commercial LED Products
DesignLights Consortium (DLC) qualification is the primary certification program for commercial LED products in North America. DLC listing is required by most utility rebate programs and is increasingly referenced in energy codes as the minimum performance threshold for commercial luminaires.
DLC Standard vs DLC Premium
DLC Standard
Meets baseline efficiency and performance requirements. Qualifies for standard-tier utility rebates. Accepted by most energy codes as compliant product.
DLC Premium
Higher efficacy threshold — typically 20-30% more efficient than DLC Standard. Qualifies for premium rebate tiers at most utilities. Required by some state programs.
Why DLC Listing Matters for ECs
▸Most utility rebate programs require DLC listing — non-DLC products are ineligible
▸Rebates of $30-150+ per fixture are common for DLC Premium LED upgrades
▸Some specifiers and building owners require DLC as a minimum product standard
▸DLC listing verifies lumen output, efficacy, CRI, and lifetime claims
▸Echelon Lighting can confirm DLC status for any product we source
DLC Listed Manufacturers We Carry
DLC Products for Your Project
We'll confirm DLC status and utility rebate eligibility for any product we source.