As part of the overall goal to cut consumer costs and reduce energy consumption in the U.S., the DOE has announced funding for several solid-state lighting projects to improve the performance of LED and OLED lamps. Initial targets include increasing LED energy efficiency by 66% and improving the color tuning and adaptive lighting elements of controls.
The projects will receive around $8.2 million, withprivate sector companies also investing to bring the total over $11.5 million. The funding will support the development of:
- An organic LED bulb with better efficiency and light output than conventional LEDs.
- An LED lighting system for offices with controls that optimize energy efficiency and benefit the health and wellbeing of occupants.
- Dynamic designs for lighting systems in classrooms.
“These Department-funded projects will help tap the full energy-saving potential of solid-state lighting, and create jobs in related industries across the United States,” says Energy Secretary Ernest Moniz.
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