New and Underutilized Technology: Bi-level Stairwell Lighting
The following information outlines key deployment considerations for bi-level stairwell lighting within the Federal sector. This information spans:
Benefits
Bi-level stairwell lighting uses integral occupancy sensor motion detectors to monitor the stairwell. When occupancy is detected, the lights go to full level. When the space has been vacated after a programmed period, the fixture goes to a minimum level.
Application
Bi-level stairwell lighting is applicable in most multi-story buildings.
Key Factors for Deployment
Bi-level stairwell lighting is a good technology to implement concurrently with an overall building lighting improvement project.
Ranking Criteria
Federal energy savings, cost-effectiveness, and probability of success are ranked 0-5 with 0 representing the lowest ranking and 5 representing the highest ranking. The weighted score is ranked 0-100 with 0 representing the lowest ranking and 100 representing the highest ranking.
| Federal Energy Savings | Cost Effectiveness | Probability of Success | Weighted Score |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0.6 | 4.0 | 5.0 | 50 |
Resources
The following resources are available:
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Bi-level Smart Stairwell Lighting System: Public Interest Energy Research Program (PIER) overview on bi-level stairwell lighting system technologies and applications.
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California Lighting Technology Center (CLTC) Bi-level Smart Stairwell Luminaire: Technology overview of bi-level stairwell luminaires offered by the CLTC.
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Pacific Gas and Electric (PG&E) Stairwell Lighting Report: Stairwell lighting application report covering a PG&E deployment at the Fillmore Center in San Francisco, California.
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Right Light for Stairways: New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA) report on lighting deployments within a Verizon office building.