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Steve Mesh on the 2019 Version of Title 24

04/24/2019 by Lighting Controls Association 1 Comment

One of the most striking changes to the 2019 code version is the addition of Section 130.1(f)1-130.1(f)7 – “Control Interactions.”

Filed Under: Articles, Energy Codes

Lighting Controls in the Time of Low Lighting Power

08/14/2018 by Lighting Controls Association 2 Comments

“I recently wrote about how lighting energy allowances under current codes are now approaching a practical minimum, thanks to significant improvements in source efficacy, optical efficiency, and controls that automatically extinguish lighting when it is not needed.”

Filed Under: Articles, Energy Codes

Decoding IECC 2018

07/27/2018 by Craig DiLouie 2 Comments

On July 26, 2018 the International Code Council published the 2018 version of the International Energy Conservation Code (IECC), which has been updated every three years since 2000. This 2018 version reduces lighting power allowances, broadens mandatory controls requirements, and issues clarifications.

Filed Under: Articles, Energy Codes

Eaton’s Michael Lunn on Plug Load Controls

07/25/2018 by Lighting Controls Association Leave a Comment

Craig DiLouie, LC, CLCP recently interviewed Michael Lunn, Director, Product Marketing, Eaton Corporation, on the topic of plug load control.

Filed Under: Eaton, Energy Codes

Steve Mesh on California’s Title 24 Energy Code and Lighting Controls

04/23/2018 by Lighting Controls Association 2 Comments

California has been a historical leader in terms of state energy codes. California’s Title 24 has led the way by restricting allowable LPDs (Lighting Power Density) as well as mandating specific types of lighting controls. This article by Steve Mesh introduces the Title 24 energy code and its lighting control requirements.

Filed Under: Articles, Energy Codes

California Energy Alliance Code Change Language Adopted by California Energy Commission in Proposed Title 24-2019 Updates

02/12/2018 by Lighting Controls Association Leave a Comment

The California Energy Alliance (CEA) has announced that its code change proposal dedicated to improving the lighting control requirements for lighting alterations was accepted by the California Energy Commission (CEC) in its recently published Draft Express Terms. CEA’s code change proposal includes simplified language with reduced application and/or project-specific requirements; an easy-to-understand energy savings option for small buildings and tenant spaces; and a universal compliance threshold and set of exemptions.

Filed Under: Energy Codes

Automatic Control for Plug Loads

12/20/2017 by Craig DiLouie 2 Comments

Controlling plug loads is a natural fit for the lighting controls industry, as the same devices and strategies are used for automatic shutoff of plug loads such as task lighting as for general lighting. This feature article by LCA Education Director Craig DiLouie, LC, CLCP looks at energy code requirements, compliance options, and control types.

Filed Under: Articles, Energy Codes, Occupancy Sensors, Wireless Control

LCA Special Feature: IECC 2015 Decoded

05/23/2017 by Craig DiLouie Leave a Comment

In 2015, the International Code Council published a new version of its International Energy Conservation Code (IECC). This model energy code provides states and jurisdictions code-ready language to adopt in whole or in part. It has been updated every three years since 2000. Today, a majority of states base their commercial building energy codes on […]

Filed Under: Articles, Energy Codes

Outdoor Lighting Control: Energy Code Compliance and Advanced Options

04/03/2017 by Lighting Controls Association Leave a Comment

In a feature article recently published in ELECTRICAL CONTRACTOR, Craig DiLouie, LC, CLCP describes the basics of outdoor lighting control, energy code requirements and advanced options such as wireless networks, which can generate unprecedented opportunities for control and information. Check it out here.

Filed Under: Articles, Connected/Networked/Digital Control, Current, Energy Codes, Wireless Control

ASHRAE/IES 90.1-2016 Decoded

12/19/2016 by Craig DiLouie 1 Comment

The ANSI/ASHRAE/IES 90.1 energy standard provides a model energy code to jurisdictions interested in regulating the energy-efficient design of commercial buildings. The International Energy Conservation Code (IECC) recognizes 90.1 as an alternative compliance standard. ASHRAE recently published the 2016 version, which supersedes the 2013 version. The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) recognizes the 2013 version […]

Filed Under: Articles, Energy Codes, General

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