National Street Lighting Consortiums: International examples and a potential opportunity for India Kavita Ravi, US Department of Energy March 21, 2013

Key barriers in the implementation of street lighting efficiency programs Technical Lack of application of existing standard and code of practice resulting in poor system design and installation Lack of information about the available resources, including tool, to help in the selection energy efficient luminaires Weak distribution systems and significant fluctuation in voltage, power that reduce the quality of fixtures Lack of proper maintenance for pollution and lack of quality products that operating at high temperature Financial Lack of funding or access to financing mechanisms High capital costs of certain technologies Inability to consider life-cycle costs instead of first costs Institutional Lack of test standards and approved test facilities for the testing of luminaires and field measurements Lack of technical experts to choose energy efficient fixtures Poor operation and maintenance practices of luminaires and lighting installations

International Example: The US Municipal Solid-State Lighting Consortium Created in 2010 by the US Department of Energy as part of the Solid-State Lighting Program Over 337 members: cities, energy providers, and lighting professionals Serves as an independent resource to help those unfamiliar with LED and other new technologies, identify important issues and begin evaluation process

International Example: The US Municipal Solid-State Lighting Consortium Benefits to members: – Access to a model specifications for LED roadway luminaires – Case studies – Technical assistance – Financial analysis tools – Interact with others working in solid-state lighting Municipalities really like the Model Specification for LED Roadway Luminaires!

Consortium Objectives Serve as a resource for street lighting practitioners – Host technical, market-related and policy-related information in a common and accessible place – Avoid duplication of effort Allow practitioners to work together and share experiences and best practices to replicate successful models and address common barriers – Provide a venue for regular communication – Support the decision making process Improve coordination with standards committees, manufacturers, and other relevant groups

Consortium Operations The SEAD Initiative will provide initial financial and institutional support for the Consortium The Consortium may organize regular in-person meetings and designate topic specific working groups or committees (i.e. executive, financing, technical, education, demonstrations, etc.) The Consortium’s mission and activities will be decided by the members

Sample Resources and Activities Tools and Resources National standards Model by-laws Procurement specification template Life-cycle cost and lighting analysis tools Studies and reports Case studies Activities Provide targeted technical assistance Identify common requirements Liaise with relevant standards bodies and manufacturer associations Build testing capacity Conduct workshops and training webinars

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