BriteSwitch: How the DLC V6.0 Transition Could Affect Your Lighting Rebates
When you’re quoting a commercial lighting project, the last thing you want is a surprise when it’s time to collect the rebate. On December 15, 2026, the DesignLights Consortium (DLC) will remove products that haven’t transitioned to its new SSL V6.0 requirements. As of October 12, more than 248,000 products were still listed under V5.1. With approximately 65% of commercial lighting rebate offerings requiring DLC-qualified products, this transition could have an major impact on projects extending into 2027. But losing DLC qualification doesn’t necessarily mean losing rebate eligibility. Some utilities will require V6.0 starting January 1, while others are allowing older products to remain eligible for a period of time. We took a closer look at how specific rebate programs are handling the transition and how you can avoid costly mistakes. How the DLC V6.0 Transition Could Affect Your Lighting Rebates
