L-Prize Partner
The Energy Independence and Security Act of 2007 directs the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) to establish the Bright Tomorrow Lighting Prize (L Prize) competition to spur development of ultra-efficient solid-state lighting products to replace the common light bulb.
The legislation challenges manufacturers to develop replacement technologies for two of today's most widely used and inefficient technologies: 60W incandescent lamps and PAR 38 halogen lamps. It also calls for development of a "21st Century Lamp" that delivers more than 150 lm/W. The competition will award significant cash prizes and other incentives for winning products.
60W Incandescent Replacement Lamp requirements:
- More than 90 lm/W
- Less than 10 watts
- More than 900 lumens
- More than 25,000 hour life
- More than 90 CRI
- Between 2700–3000 K CCT
PAR 38 Halogen Replacement Lamp requirements:
- More than 123 lm/W
- Less than 11 watts
- More than 1,350 lumens
- More than 25,000 hour life
- More than 90 CRI
- Between 2700–3000 K CCT
21st Century Lamp requirements:
- To be defined
Philips was the first company to submit an entry. They have developed, manufactured and will bring to market an LED replacement for the common 60-Watt incandescent light bulb. Philips is confident that the product submitted meets or exceeds all of the criteria for the L Prize. Their submission will now undergo comprehensive evaluation, including performance testing conducted by independent laboratories, field assessments conducted with utilities and other partners, long-term lumen maintenance testing and stress testing under extreme conditions. Consumer pricing and retail availability have yet to be determined.
As a proponent of energy-efficiency, our support in this effort is critical to help accelerate the shift to these high-performance lamps. We have committed to promote and develop markets for winning L Prize products through incentives, field testing, collaborative marketing and educational campaigns, retail partnerships, and demonstrations.