Become a Member

DLC membership connects utilities and energy efficiency program administrators across the U.S. and Canada who rely on DLC-listed products in their C&I incentive programs. Members gain access to data, tools, and a peer network that help design stronger programs, accelerate savings, and support decarbonization goals.

What you get as a member
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Data.

Gain full access to DLC Qualified Products Lists (QPLs), detailed data downloads, and evaluation tools that help you save time, reduce program costs, and design stronger commercial and industrial lighting programs.

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Expertise.

Connect directly with DLC technical staff for guidance on LED lighting, horticultural lighting, networked lighting controls, and emerging technologies. Members receive priority support and clear channels for technical questions.

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Resources.

Unlock member-only case studies, market research, whitepapers, program templates, and communication toolkits that help you launch, promote, and refine efficiency programs.

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Engagement.

Participate in DLC committees and working groups that shape technical requirements, inform program design, and influence the direction of efficiency policy across North America.

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Pilot Programs.

Be among the first to participate in pilots that test new technologies, program approaches, and data-driven strategies—helping you stay ahead of market change and bring proven concepts back to your territory.

Member resources in action

DLC Members use a dedicated online hub to access QPL data downloads, program design tools, on-demand webinars, and committee materials. A few examples of what your team will see:

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Qualified Products List views and exportable datasets for program design and evaluation.
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DLC QPL Analysis tool: Quickly evaluate key performance statistics for QPL products to assist with program planning and updating TRM assumptions with V5.1 values, soon to get SSL V6.0 and LUNA V2.0 values
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DLC LED Cost Effectiveness Analysis Tool: This Excel-based tool can be used to evaluate the customer economics and utility rebate costs when replacing early generation LEDs with V5.0+ LEDs and Networked Lighting Controls. Analysis tool will be updated with V6.0 .
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Document libraries with guidance, templates, and reference materials for your programs.

How membership works

Membership is open to utilities, energy efficiency programs, government agencies, and related organizations that reference DLC-listed products in their programs. Joining is straightforward: we work with your team to confirm eligibility, dues, and how to onboard staff into DLC resources.

  • 1

    Start the conversation.

    Email kwinter@designlights.org or complete our interest form. Tell us about your programs, service territory, and goals.

  • 2

    Confirm membership tier.

    We review your organization type and size, walk through membership benefits, and confirm the appropriate dues tier for your organization.

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    Onboard your team.

    Once enrolled, staff receive access to member communications, working groups, tools, and events so they can immediately begin using DLC resources in their programs.

Have questions about eligibility or dues? Contact kwinter@designlights.org.

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