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[Federal Register Volume 90, Number 10 (Thursday, January 16, 2025)]
[Rules and Regulations]
[Pages 4589-4605]
From the Federal Register Online via the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]
[FR Doc No: 2025-00821]

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DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY

10 CFR Part 430

[EERE-2024-BT-TP-0010]
RIN 1904-AB99

Energy Conservation Program: Test Procedure for General Service 
Lamps

AGENCY: Office of Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy, Department of 
Energy.

ACTION: Final rule.

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SUMMARY:  The U.S. Department of Energy (``DOE'') is adopting 
clarifications to the test procedures for general service lamps 
(``GSLs'') located in appendix W, appendix BB and appendix DD. 
Specifically, DOE is clarifying instructions that GSLs must not be 
tested as colored lamps and that lamps with additional components that 
do not affect light output must be turned off during testing. The 
clarifications also specify that non-integrated lamps be tested with a 
fluorescent lamp ballast, high intensity discharge (``HID'') lamp 
ballast or external light-emitting diode (``LED'') driver selected 
based on compatibility lists and availability; and provide 
specifications regarding the starting method, ballast factor, and 
number of lamps. This rulemaking is limited in scope and is providing 
clarifications to the current test procedures that are required for 
certification of compliance with existing applicable GSL energy 
conservation standards. Further, this rulemaking does not satisfy the 
Energy Policy and Conservation Act (``EPCA'') requirement that, at 
least once every 7 years, DOE review the test procedures for GSLs.

DATES: The effective date of this rule is February 18, 2025. The 
amendments will be mandatory for product testing starting July 15, 
2025. The incorporation by reference of certain material listed in the 
rule was approved by the Director of the Federal Register as of 
November 21, 2016.

ADDRESSES: The docket, which includes Federal Register notices, 
comments, and other supporting documents/materials, is available for 
review at www.regulations.gov. All documents in the docket are listed 
in the www.regulations.gov index. However, not all documents listed in 
the index may be publicly available, such as those containing 
information that is exempt from public disclosure.
    A link to the docket web page can be found at www.regulations.gov/docket/EERE-2024-BT-TP-0010. The docket web page contains instructions 
on how to access all documents, including public comments, in the 
docket.
    For further information on how to review the docket contact the 
Appliance and Equipment Standards Program staff at (202) 287-1445 or by 
email: [email protected].

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: 
    Dr. Jordan Wilkerson, U.S. Department of Energy, Office of Energy 
Efficiency and Renewable Energy, Building Technologies Office, EE-5B, 
1000 Independence Avenue SW, Washington, DC 20585-0121. Telephone: 
(202) 287-1445. Email: [email protected].
    Ms. Kiana Daw, U.S. Department of Energy, Office of the General 
Counsel, GC-33, 1000 Independence Avenue SW, Washington, DC 20585-0121. 
Telephone: (202) 586-4798. Email: [email protected].

Table of Contents

I. Authority and Background
    A. Authority
    B. Background
II. Synopsis of the Final Rule
III. Discussion
    A. Scope of Applicability
    B. Clarifications to Appendix W, Appendix BB, and Appendix DD
    1. Lamps With Multiple Modes
    2. Lamps With Non-Illumination Components
    3. Non-Integrated Lamps
    C. Test Procedure Costs
    D. Effective and Compliance Dates
IV. Procedural Issues and Regulatory Review
    A. Review Under Executive Orders 12866, 13563, and 14094
    B. Review Under the Regulatory Flexibility Act
    C. Review Under the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995
    D. Review Under the National Environmental Policy Act of 1969
    E. Review Under Executive Order 13132
    F. Review Under Executive Order 12988
    G. Review Under the Unfunded Mandates Reform Act of 1995
    H. Review Under the Treasury and General Government 
Appropriations Act, 1999
    I. Review Under Executive Order 12630
    J. Review Under Treasury and General Government Appropriations 
Act, 2001
    K. Review Under Executive Order 13211
    L. Review Under Section 32 of the Federal Energy Administration 
Act of 1974
    M. Congressional Notification
    N. Description of Materials Incorporated by Reference
V. Approval of the Office of the Secretary

I. Authority and Background

    GSLs are included in the list of ``covered products'' for which the 
DOE is authorized to establish and amend energy conservation standards 
and test procedures. (42 U.S.C. 6291(30)(BB); 42 U.S.C. 6291(30)(DD); 
42 U.S.C. 6295(i)(6)) GSLs include but are not limited to general 
service incandescent lamps (``GSILs''), incandescent reflector lamps 
(``IRLs''), compact fluorescent lamps (``CFLs''), and integrated LED 
lamps. DOE's test procedure for GSILs and IRLs are set forth at 10 CFR 
part 430, subpart B, appendix R (``appendix R''). DOE's test procedure 
for CFLs is set forth at 10 CFR part 430, subpart B, appendix W 
(``appendix W''). DOE's test procedure for integrated LED lamps is set 
forth at 10 CFR part 430, subpart B, appendix BB (``appendix BB''). 
DOE's test procedure for GSLs that are not GSILs, IRLs, CFLs, or 
integrated LED lamps is set forth at 10 CFR part 430, subpart B, 
appendix DD (``appendix DD''). The following sections discuss DOE's 
authority to establish and amend test procedures for GSLs and relevant 
background information regarding DOE's consideration of test procedures 
for this product.

A. Authority

    The Energy Policy and Conservation Act, Public Law 94-163, as 
amended (``EPCA''),\1\ authorizes DOE to regulate the energy efficiency 
of a number of consumer products and certain industrial equipment. (42 
U.S.C. 6291-6317, as codified) Title III, Part B of EPCA \2\ 
established the Energy Conservation Program for Consumer Products Other 
Than Automobiles, which sets forth a variety of provisions designed to 
improve energy efficiency. These products include GSLs, the subject of 
this document. (42 U.S.C. 6295(6))
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    \1\ All references to EPCA in this document refer to the statute 
as amended through the Energy Act of 2020, Public Law 116-260 (Dec. 
27, 2020), which reflect the last statutory amendments that impact 
Parts A and A-1 of EPCA.
    \2\ For editorial reasons, upon codification in the U.S. Code, 
Part B was redesignated Part A.
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    The energy conservation program under EPCA consists essentially of 
four parts: (1) testing, (2) labeling, (3) Federal energy conservation 
standards, and (4) certification and enforcement procedures. Relevant 
provisions of EPCA specifically include definitions (42 U.S.C. 6291), 
test procedures (42 U.S.C. 6293), labeling provisions (42

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U.S.C. 6294), energy conservation standards (42 U.S.C. 6295), and the 
authority to require information and reports from manufacturers (42 
U.S.C. 6296).
    The Federal testing requirements consist of test procedures that 
manufacturers of covered products must use as the basis for: (1) 
certifying to DOE that their products comply with the applicable energy 
conservation standards adopted under EPCA (42 U.S.C. 6295(s)), and (2) 
making other representations about the efficiency of those products (42 
U.S.C. 6293(c)). Similarly, DOE must use these test procedures to 
determine whether the products comply with any relevant standards 
promulgated under EPCA. (42 U.S.C. 6295(s))
    Federal energy efficiency requirements for covered products 
established under EPCA generally supersede State laws and regulations 
concerning energy conservation testing, labeling, and standards. (42 
U.S.C. 6297) DOE may, however, grant waivers of Federal preemption for 
particular State laws or regulations, in accordance with the procedures 
and other provisions of EPCA. (42 U.S.C. 6297(d))
    Under 42 U.S.C. 6293, EPCA sets forth the criteria and procedures 
DOE must follow when prescribing or amending test procedures for 
covered products. EPCA requires that any test procedures prescribed or 
amended under this section shall be reasonably designed to produce test 
results which measure energy efficiency, energy use or estimated annual 
operating cost of a covered product during a representative average use 
cycle (as determined by the Secretary) or period of use and shall not 
be unduly burdensome to conduct. (42 U.S.C. 6293(b)(3))
    EPCA also requires that, at least once every 7 years, DOE evaluate 
test procedures for each type of covered product, including GSLs, to 
determine whether amended test procedures would more accurately or 
fully comply with the requirements for the test procedures to not be 
unduly burdensome to conduct and be reasonably designed to produce test 
results that reflect energy efficiency, energy use, and estimated 
operating costs during a representative average use cycle or period of 
use. (42 U.S.C. 6293(b)(1)(A))
    If the Secretary determines, on her own behalf or in response to a 
petition by any interested person, that a test procedure should be 
prescribed or amended, the Secretary shall promptly publish in the 
Federal Register proposed test procedures and afford interested persons 
an opportunity to present oral and written data, views, and arguments 
with respect to such procedures. The comment period on a proposed rule 
to amend a test procedure shall be at least 60 days and may not exceed 
270 days. In prescribing or amending a test procedure, the Secretary 
shall take into account such information as the Secretary determines 
relevant to such procedure, including technological developments 
relating to energy use or energy efficiency of the type (or class) of 
covered products involved. (42 U.S.C. 6293(b)(2)). If DOE determines 
that test procedure revisions are not appropriate, DOE must publish its 
determination not to amend the test procedures.
    In addition, EPCA requires that DOE amend its test procedures for 
all covered products to integrate measures of standby mode and off mode 
energy consumption into the overall energy efficiency, energy 
consumption, or other energy descriptor, unless the current test 
procedure already incorporates the standby mode and off mode energy 
consumption, or if such integration is technically infeasible. (42 
U.S.C. 6295(gg)(2)(A)(i)-(ii)) If an integrated test procedure is 
technically infeasible, DOE must prescribe separate standby mode and 
off mode energy use test procedures for the covered product, if a 
separate test is technically feasible. (42 U.S.C. 6295(gg)(2)(A)(ii)) 
Any such amendment must consider the most current versions of the 
International Electrotechnical Commission (``IEC'') Standard 62301 \3\ 
and IEC Standard 62087 \4\ as applicable. (42 U.S.C. 6295(gg)(2)(A))
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    \3\ IEC 62301, Household electrical appliances--Measurement of 
standby power (Edition 2.0, 2011-01).
    \4\ IEC 62087, Audio, video and related equipment--Methods of 
measurement for power consumption (Edition 1.0, Parts 1-6: 2015, 
Part 7: 2018).
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    In this final rule, DOE is adopting clarifications to the test 
procedures for GSLs to address specific issues and to make minor 
clarifications to the current test procedures that are required for 
certification of compliance with applicable GSL energy conservation 
standards. Further, this final rule does not satisfy the EPCA 
requirement that, at least once every 7 years, DOE review the test 
procedures for GSLs. (42 U.S.C. 6293(b)(1)(A))

B. Background

    DOE's existing test procedures for GSLs appear at 10 CFR part 430, 
subpart B, appendix R for GSILs and IRLs, appendix W for CFLs, appendix 
BB for integrated LED lamps and appendix DD for all GSLs that are not 
GSILs, IRLs, CFLs, or integrated LED lamps. In this final rule, DOE is 
adopting clarifications to appendix W, appendix BB, and appendix DD.
    On July 1, 2016, DOE published a final rule adopting a test 
procedure for integrated LED lamps in appendix BB. 81 FR 43404. On 
August 19, 2016, DOE published a final rule amending test procedures 
for medium base CFLs and adopting test procedures for new metrics for 
all CFLs including hybrid CFLs and CFLs with bases other than medium 
screw base in appendix W. 81 FR 59386. On October 20, 2016, DOE 
published a final rule adopting new test procedures for GSLs that are 
not integrated LED lamps, CFLs, or GSILs in appendix DD. 81 FR 72493.
    On May 9, 2022, DOE published a final rule codifying the 45 lumens 
per watts (``lm/W'') backstop requirement for GSLs that Congress 
prescribed in amendments to EPCA. 87 FR 27439. DOE issued a phased-in 
enforcement policy for the 45 lm/W backstop requirement.\5\ On October 
14, 2022, DOE issued a guidance document \6\ stating that manufacturers 
and importers are not currently required to certify compliance to the 
45 lm/W backstop requirement and that DOE may address the certification 
requirements for the backstop in a separate, future rulemaking. On 
October 9, 2024, DOE published a final rule stating because DOE has 
reached the full enforcement phase of the enforcement policy, 
manufacturers and importers must certify compliance to the backstop 
requirement for GSLs. 89 FR 81994, 82052-82053.
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    \5\ See https://www.energy.gov/sites/default/files/2022-04/GSL_EnforcementPolicy_4_25_22.pdf.
    \6\ See https://www1.eere.energy.gov/buildings/appliance_standards/pdfs/GSL_Cert_Guidance_Final.pdf.
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    On January 11, 2023, DOE published a notice of proposed rulemaking 
(``January 2023 NOPR'') proposing amended energy conservation standards 
for GSLs. 88 FR 1638. On April 19, 2024, DOE published a final rule 
adopting amended energy conservation standards for GSLs (``April 2024 
Final Rule''). 89 FR 28856. Note, in the April 2024 Final Rule, for 
certain lamps, DOE determined that because the market is rapidly 
developing it was unable to make a clear and accurate determination 
regarding the consumer utility, how various technology options would 
affect the efficiency, and maximum technologically feasible efficiency 
of these lamps, which prevented DOE from determining whether a specific 
standard for these lamps would be economically justified. Accordingly, 
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adopted in the April 2024 Final Rule do not apply to these lamps (see 
10 CFR 430.32(dd)(1)(iv)(C)). DOE did note that these lamps are still 
subject to the 45 lm/W sales prohibition at 10 CFR 430.32(dd). 89 FR 
28856, 28886-28888.
    On November 25, 2024, DOE published a notice of proposed rulemaking 
(``November 2024 NOPR'') that proposed clarifications to the test 
procedures for GSLs to address specific issues and to make minor 
corrections to the current test procedures that are required for 
certification of compliance with applicable GSL energy conservation 
standards. 89 FR 92855. DOE received comments in response to the 
November 2024 NOPR from the interested parties listed in Table I.1.

          Table I.1--List of Commenters With Written Submissions in Response to the November 2024 NOPR
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                                                                 Comment No. in
         Commenter(s)             Reference in this final rule     the docket             Commenter type
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Bay Area Compliance             BACLC..........................               2  Laboratory.
 Laboratories Corp.
 (``BACLC'').
Michael Ravnitzky.............  Ravnitzky......................               3  Individual.
Individual....................  Individual.....................               4  Individual.
Individual \7\................  Individual.....................               6  Individual.
Pacific Gas and Electric        CA IOUs........................               7  Utility.
 Company, San Diego Gas and
 Electric, and Southern
 California Edison;
 collectively, the California
 Investor-Owned Utilities
 (``CA IOUs'').
Westinghouse Lighting.........  Westinghouse...................               8  Manufacturer.
Signify.......................  Signify........................               9  Manufacturer.
National Electrical             NEMA...........................              10  Industry Association.
 Manufacturers Association
 (``NEMA'').
Appliance Standards Awareness   ASAP et al.....................              11  Efficiency Organizations.
 Project (``ASAP''), Northwest
 Energy Efficiency Alliance
 (``NEEA''), National Consumer
 Law Center.
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    A parenthetical reference at the end of a comment quotation or 
paraphrase provides the location of the item in the public record.\8\
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    \7\ This comment was also submitted as comment No. 5 in the 
docket, https://www.regulations.gov/document/EERE-2024-BT-TP-0010-0001. In this document, the comment is referenced as comment No. 6.
    \8\ The parenthetical reference provides a reference for 
information located in the docket of DOE's rulemaking to develop 
test procedures for insert product. (Docket No. EERE-2024-BT-TP-
0010, which is maintained at: www.regulations.gov). The references 
are arranged as follows: (commenter name, comment docket ID number 
at page of that document).
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II. Synopsis of the Final Rule

    In this final rule, DOE is adopting clarifications to appendix W, 
``Uniform Test Method for Measuring the Energy Consumption of Compact 
Fluorescent Lamps;'' appendix BB, ``Uniform Test Method for Measuring 
the Input Power, Lumen Output, Lamp Efficacy, Correlated Color 
Temperature (CCT), Color Rendering Index (CRI), Power Factor, Time to 
Failure, and Standby Mode Power of Integrated Light-Emitting Diode 
(LED) Lamps;'' and appendix DD, ``Uniform Test Method for Measuring the 
Energy Consumption and Energy Efficiency of General Service Lamps That 
Are Not General Service Incandescent Lamps, Compact Fluorescent Lamps, 
or Integrated LED Lamps.'' DOE is adopting clarifications to appendices 
W, BB and DD to specify: (1) lamps must not be tested as colored lamps; 
and (2) lamps with additional components that do not affect the light 
output of the lamp (e.g., camera, speaker) must be tested with as many 
components turned off as possible.
    Additionally, in this final rule, DOE is adopting clarifications to 
appendix DD as follows: (1) remove the instruction to operate non-
integrated LED lamps at the manufacturer-declared input voltage and 
current; (2) specify that non-integrated lamps be tested on a 
fluorescent lamp ballast, HID lamp ballast, or external LED driver, in 
an order of preference based on being on a manufacturer-provided 
compatibility list and/or commercially available; (3) specify the 
starting method and ballast factors for the fluorescent lamp ballasts 
used in testing; and (4) specify that fluorescent lamp ballasts, HID 
lamp ballasts, or external LED drivers used in testing operate the 
maximum number of lamps and instructions for calculating individual 
lamp values where more than one lamp is operated.
    DOE's actions are summarized in Table II.1 compared to the current 
test procedure as well as the reason for the change.

Table II1--Summary of Changes in Test Procedure Relative to Current Test
                                Procedure
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                                 Clarification to test
  Current DOE test procedure           procedure           Attribution
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Does not include instruction    Provides instructions   Response to
 to ensure lamps are not         that lamps must not     industry
 tested as a colored lamp.       be tested as colored    comments.
                                 lamps.
Does not include instructions   Provides instructions   Response to
 to test lamps with additional   to turn off as many     industry
 components that do not affect   components as           comments.
 the light output of the lamp    possible during
 (e.g., camera, speaker) with    testing for lamps
 as many features turned off     with additional
 as possible.                    components that do
                                 not affect the light
                                 output of the lamp
                                 (e.g., camera,
                                 speaker).
Includes instructions to test   Removes instructions    Response to
 non-integrated LED lamps at     to test non-            industry
 the manufacturer-declared       integrated LED lamps    comments.
 input voltage and current.      at the manufacturer-
                                 declared input
                                 voltage and current
                                 and instead specifies
                                 to test non-
                                 integrated lamps with
                                 a fluorescent lamp
                                 ballast, HID lamp
                                 ballast or external
                                 LED driver selected
                                 in order of
                                 preference based on
                                 compatibility list
                                 and availability.
Does not include instructions   Specifies that a        Response to
 for starting method and         fluorescent lamp        industry
 ballast factor for a            ballast used in         comments.
 fluorescent lamp ballast used   testing non-
 in testing non-integrated       integrated lamps must
 lamps.                          have certain starting
                                 methods and ballast
                                 factors.

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Does not include instructions   Specifies that a        Response to
 for number of lamps for a       fluorescent lamp        industry
 fluorescent lamp ballast, HID   ballast, HID lamp       comments.
 lamp ballast used in testing    ballast used in
 non-integrated lamps.           testing non-
                                 integrated lamps must
                                 operate the maximum
                                 number of lamps and
                                 provides instructions
                                 for calculating
                                 individual lamp
                                 values where more
                                 than one lamp is
                                 operated.
Does not include certain test   Adds language in        Response to
 instructions for non-           appendix DD that        industry
 integrated lamps.               provide relevant test   comments.
                                 setup instructions
                                 for testing non-
                                 integrated lamps that
                                 are designed and
                                 marketed to replace
                                 fluorescent lamps and
                                 HID lamps.
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    DOE has determined that the clarifications described in section III 
of this document and adopted in this document will not alter the 
measured efficiency of GSLs, or require retesting or recertification 
solely as a result of DOE's adoption of the clarifications to the test 
procedures. Additionally, DOE has determined that the clarifications 
will not increase the cost of testing. Discussion of DOE's actions are 
addressed in detail in section III of this document.
    The effective date for the amended test procedures adopted in this 
final rule is 30 days after publication of this document in the Federal 
Register. Representations of energy use or energy efficiency must be 
based on testing in accordance with the amended test procedures 
beginning 180 days after the publication of this final rule.

III. Discussion

    In the following sections, DOE discusses certain clarifications to 
its test procedures for GSLs. For each clarification DOE provides 
relevant background information, explains why the clarification merits 
consideration, discusses relevant public comments, and its final 
approach.

A. Scope of Applicability

    This rulemaking applies to GSLs. DOE defines a GSL as a lamp that 
has an ANSI base; is able to operate at a voltage of 12 volts or 24 
volts, at or between 100 to 130 volts, at or between 220 to 240 volts, 
or of 277 volts for integrated lamps (as set out in this definition), 
or is able to operate at any voltage for non-integrated lamps (as set 
out in this definition); has an initial lumen output of greater than or 
equal to 310 lumens (or 232 lumens for modified spectrum general 
service incandescent lamps) and less than or equal to 3,300 lumens; is 
not a light fixture; is not an LED downlight retrofit kit; and is used 
in general lighting applications. General service lamps include, but 
are not limited to, general service incandescent lamps, compact 
fluorescent lamps, general service light-emitting diode lamps, and 
general service organic light emitting diode lamps. 10 CFR 430.2. There 
are 26 lamp types exempt from the GSL definition.\9\
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B. Clarifications to Appendix W, Appendix BB, and Appendix DD

    In this document, DOE is adopting clarifications to the existing 
test procedures for GSLs to ensure consistent testing to comply with 
the 45 ``lm/W'' backstop requirement for GSLs that Congress prescribed 
in amendments to EPCA. (42 U.S.C. 6295(i)(6)(A)(v)) DOE has determined 
these clarifications will further ensure consistency and repeatability 
in testing. To the extent that other GSLs may not be able to be tested 
in accordance with DOE's test procedures, manufacturers may petition 
DOE for test procedure waivers in accordance with 10 CFR 430.27.
    DOE received general comments regarding the clarifications to the 
GSL test procedures proposed in the November 2024 NOPR. The CA IOUs 
stated their general support for DOE's proposals and recommended 
certain amendments to the proposed changes, suggesting that if these 
cannot be included in this final rule, DOE collaborate with CA IOUs and 
other stakeholders to consider them for a future update. (CA IOUs, No. 
7 at pp. 1, 4) ASAP et al. supported DOE's proposed clarifications in 
the November 2024 NOPR and agreed with DOE's tentative determination 
that these clarifications would not alter the measured efficacy of GSLs 
nor require retesting or recertification. (ASAP et al., No. 11 at p. 1) 
Additionally, one individual commenter, Michael Ravnitzky, stated 
support of DOE's efforts to provide clarifications to the GSL test 
procedures in the November 2024 NOPR. (Ravnitzky, No. 3 at p.1)
    One individual commented in opposition to the proposed 
clarifications to the GSL test procedures, stating they lead to 
unnecessary regulation of GSLs. (Individual, No. 4 at p. 1) Another 
individual stated concern regarding the complexity of the test 
procedures in particular for newer smart appliances and recommended DOE 
ensure test conditions better reflect real-world usage. They also 
stated that some of the proposed clarifications were vague, and DOE 
should provide clearer instructions, frequently answered questions 
(``FAQs''), and practical examples--possibly in the form of webinars 
and step-by-step guidance--to help manufacturers better understand the 
test procedures. (Individual, No. 6 at pp. 1, 1-2)
    In this final rule, DOE is adopting clarifications to existing GSL 
test procedures to ensure they provide the appropriate and necessary 
instructions for showing compliance to existing GSL energy conservation 
standards. Moreover, in this final rule, in response to comments 
received on the November 2024 NOPR, DOE has adopted several amendments 
to the proposed clarifications to further improve clarity. Specific 
comments regarding amendments to the proposals in the November 2024 
NOPR are discussed in the following sections. Additionally, DOE has a 
web page through which it provides guidance and answers Frequently 
Asked Questions (FAQs) on its appliance standards program.\10\
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    \10\ Appliance Standards Guidance and Frequently Asked Questions 
(FAQs), available at www.energy.gov/eere/buildings/appliance-standards-guidance-and-frequently-asked-questions-faqs.
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    DOE also received comments on aspects of the GSL test procedures 
for which DOE did not propose clarifications in the November 2024 NOPR. 
Signify and NEMA stated that DOE should replace the current industry 
reference for measuring standby mode,

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IEC 62301 \11\ with ANSI C137.63103,\12\ which is a national adoption 
of IEC 63103.\13\ (Signify, No. 9 at p. 6-7; NEMA, No. 10 at p. 2) 
Signify stated that this standard is similar to IEC 62301 except it 
includes test setups specific to lighting products (e.g., LED lamps) 
and its adoption would increase repeatability, reduce lab-to-lab setup 
variability, and harmonize with international test methods. (Signify, 
No. 9 at p. 6-7) NEMA stated that the currently referenced IEC 62301 is 
ineffective for use with lighting products and if DOE cannot replace it 
in this rule, it should do so in a future rulemaking. (NEMA, No. 10 at 
p. 2)
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    \11\ International Electrotechnical Commission, IEC 62301 
Household electrical appliances--Measurement of standby power, 
(Edition 2.0, 2011-01).
    \12\ American National Standards Institute, ANSI C137.63103 
Lighting Systems--Non-Active Mode Power Measurement, Approved 
December 13, 2021.
    \13\ IEC 63103, Lighting Equipment--Non-Active Mode Power 
Measurement (Edition 1.0, 2020-07).
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    This final rule is limited in scope to providing clarifications to 
the current GSL test procedures that are required for certification of 
compliance with existing GSL energy conservation standards. Standby 
mode power consumption of GSLs is not currently subject to stanards and 
therefore, is not within the scope of this rulemaking.
    Finally, Ravnitzky recommended adjustments to the language 
implementing the clarifications proposed in the November 2024 NOPR, 
stating those adjustments would enhance clarity without changing 
meaning. (Ravnitzky, No. 3 at pp. 2-7) DOE reviewed the recommendations 
and adopted certain suggestions that it determined improved clarity 
while maintaining the original meaning. For example, stating ``select a 
ballast'' instead of ``choose a ballast;'' stating ``test report must 
specify'' instead of ``manufacturer must indicate in the test report;'' 
stating ``if the procedure in section 3.1.3.1 is not possible'' instead 
of ``if section 3.1.3.1 is not possible.''
    The following sections discuss in detail the clarifications 
proposed in the November 2024 NOPR, relevant public comments, and DOE's 
final approach.
1. Lamps With Multiple Modes
    Appendices W, BB, and DD specify instructions to test at maximum 
input power for all lamps, including those that may operate in multiple 
modes. Section 3.1.4 of appendix BB and section 3.5 of appendix DD 
specify to operate the lamp at the maximum input power; and if multiple 
modes occur at the same maximum input power (such as variable CCT or 
color rendering index (``CRI'')) select any of these modes and ensure 
all measurements are taken at the same selected mode. Section 3.1.4 of 
appendix W specifies to operate the lamp, including those that are 
dimmable or multi-level, at the labeled wattage, defined as the highest 
wattage marked on the lamp and/or lamp packaging.
    In the November 2024 NOPR, in section 3 of appendices W, BB, and 
DD, DOE proposed to specify to operate the lamp as not a colored lamp 
(as defined in 10 CFR 430.2) and if the lamp can operate at multiple 
CCTs to operate the lamp at 2700 K, or the closest available CCT 
greater than 2700 K. DOE also proposed to require manufacturers to 
indicate on the test report which CCT (numerical or on the graphical 
user interface) is selected for testing and include details such that 
another laboratory could operate the lamp at the same CCT. 89 FR 92855, 
92859.
    ASAP et al. stated its support for DOE's clarification that lamps 
not be tested as colored lamps, noting that it ensures color tunable 
lamps are not tested as colored lamps which are exempt from the GSL 
definition. (ASAP et al., No. 11 at p. 1)
    DOE also received several comments regarding DOE's proposal to test 
at 2700 K or the closest available CCT greater than 2700 K. ASAP et al. 
stated its support for the proposal. (ASAP et al., No. 11 at p. 1) The 
CA IOUs stated that the proposal does not account for color tunable 
GSLs that can achieve the same CCT through various combinations of LED 
outputs, resulting in varying levels of electricity consumption. The CA 
IOUs cited NEMA's recommendation that in cases where the same 
chromaticity can be achieved with multiple primary settings, the 
manufacturer be the one to determine the test conditions and provide 
instruction for how to repeat the condition for the highest input power 
white light chromaticity as per ANSI C78.377.\14\ The CA IOUs stated 
that DOE did not adopt NEMA's recommendation or offer alternative 
guidance for testing such GSLs and should provide further guidance in 
the final rule. (CA IOUs, No. 7 at p. 2) Ravnitzky stated they 
supported the proposal to test lamps at 2700 K or the closest available 
CCT greater than 2700 K because it ensures test conditions that reflect 
typical consumer usage. However, Ravnitzky asked for clarification on 
what ``maximum input power'' means for lamps with multiple modes. 
(Ravnitzky, No. 3 at p. 1)
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    \14\ American National Standards Institute, ANSI C78.377--2017 
American National Standard for Electric Lamps--Specifications for 
the Chromaticity of Solid-State Lighting Products, Approved 2017.
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    The current test procedures in sections 3.1.4 of appendix W, BB, 
and section 3.5 of appendix DD already specify that the lamp must be 
operated at maximum input power. In the November 2024 NOPR, DOE 
proposed to also clarify that the lamp must not be operated as a 
colored lamp and that if it could operate at multiple CCTs, it must be 
operated at 2700 K or the closest available CCT greater than 2700 K. 89 
FR 92855, 92859. These instructions mean the lamp is tested at the 
maximum input power at which the lamp is not operating as a colored 
lamp and operating at 2700 K or the closest available CCT greater than 
2700 K, and thereby align with NEMA's recommendation for testing color 
tunable lamps at the highest input power white light chromaticity. To 
further clarify this, in this final rule, DOE has slightly rephrased 
the proposed language for this instruction from ``Operate the lamp at 
the maximum input power and not as a colored lamp'' to ``Ensure that 
the lamp is not operating as a colored lamp and operate the lamp at 
maximum input power.''
    Signify stated it supported DOE's proposal to require that the lamp 
not be operated as a colored lamp (as defined in 10 CFR 430.2) but did 
not support using 2700 K as the only operating set point. Signify 
commented that tunable white lamps can always produce white light but 
at different CCTs and California Energy Commission (``CEC'') and ENERGY 
STAR require testing these lamps at maximum input power which typically 
occurs at CCTs as high as 4000 K or as low as 2700 K. Signify stated 
that maximum input power has been the historical set point and renders 
realistic images with good color fidelity. Signify added stated that 
removing the proposed requirement to test at a specific CCT would avoid 
confusion rooted in different testing set points, enable comparison 
with existing databases and prevent test burden duplication. (Signify, 
No. 9 at p. 2-3) Similarly, BACLC stated that DOE's proposal to test 
GSLs at 2700 K or the closest available CCT greater than 2700 K does 
not align with ENERGY STAR Lamps V2.1 Final Specification, California's 
Title 20 (Appliance Efficiency Proceedings), or California's Title 24 
(Building Standards Code) requirements to respectively, test at the 
most consumptive white light setting, typically testing at maximum 
power consumption, and at the least efficient CCT. (BACLC, No. 2 at p. 
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proposal to test at 2700 K or the closest available CCT greater than 
2700 K, but stated it should be implemented for future testing. 
Westinghouse recommended that to prevent retest of thousands of lamps, 
for GSLs already on the market, DOE should allow prior test data used 
to certify the lamps to the ENERGY STAR specifications including lamps 
tested at higher than 2700 K. (Westinghouse, No. 8 at p. 1) NEMA also 
stated that for many years manufacturers have been testing according to 
ENERGY STAR specifications, including testing tunable and selectable 
CCT lamps at the most consumptive white light setting, often at nominal 
CCTs higher than 2700 K. NEMA stated that this test data was gathered 
voluntarily in accredited laboratories for provision to the Federal 
government and remains relevant for products on that market with 
unchanged designs. (NEMA, No. 10 at p. 3)
    NEMA also stated that in its lighting product rulemakings, DOE 
should clearly distinguish between calculated and nominal CCT. NEMA 
stated that ANSI C78.377 assigns nominal CCTs (e.g., 2700 K, 3000K, 
4000 K) to ranges of calculated CCTs defined with targets and 
tolerances (e.g., 2580 K-2870 K is nominal 2700 K). NEMA stated that 
this convention was created to simplify end user product selection and 
nominal values should not be used for compliance purposes. NEMA also 
stated that DOE should delineate between tunable CCT and selectable CCT 
lamps, explaining that tunable CCT lamps allow the user to tune the 
color appearance continuously by selecting any number of calculated 
CCTs within the design range while selectable CCT lamps allow for 
selection of limited, predetermined, stepped CCTs (e.g., 2700 K, 3000 
K). (NEMA, No. 10 at p. 3)
    In the November 2024 NOPR, DOE proposed to test GSLs that can 
operate at multiple CCTs at 2700 K because a colored lamp has a CCT 
less than 2500 K or greater than 7000 K (see 10 CFR 430.2 ``colored 
lamp''). Therefore, operating at 2700 K would ensure that the lamp is 
not operating as a colored lamp. Further, DOE noted that 2700 K is a 
common CCT for GSLs. 89 FR 92855, 92859. DOE has reviewed the comments 
stating that because manufacturers have not been historically testing 
these GSLs at 2700 K, the proposed clarification to test at a 2700 K 
may result in having to retest lamps. To avoid retesting of lamps, in 
this final rule, DOE is not adopting the proposed clarification to test 
at 2700 K or the closest available CCT greater than 2700 K for lamps 
that can operate at multiple CCTs. In this final rule, DOE is adopting 
the proposed clarification that the lamp cannot be tested as a colored 
lamp. DOE finds that the specification to not test as a colored lamp is 
sufficient to ensure that the lamp is not tested as a colored lamp, 
which is exempt from the GSL definition. DOE will consider adding the 
clarification of testing at a specific CCT, including NEMA's suggested 
delineation of relevant terms, in a future rulemaking.
    In the November 2024 NOPR, DOE proposed to remove the instruction 
in section 3.1 of appendix DD to take measurements at full light 
output. DOE explained that section 3.5 in appendix DD already specifies 
to operate the lamp at the maximum input power which is equivalent to 
operating the lamp at full light output. 89 FR 92855, 92859.
    Signify, NEMA, and Westinghouse stated their support for DOE's 
proposal to remove the test procedure instruction to take measurements 
at full light output in appendix DD. (Signify, No. 9 at p. 4; NEMA, No. 
10 at p. 1; Westinghouse, No. 8 at p. 2)
    In this final rule, DOE is adopting the clarification to remove of 
the instruction to take measurements at full light output in appendix 
DD as proposed in the November 2024 NOPR.
2. Lamps With Non-Illumination Components
    In the November 2024 NOPR, for lamps with a component(s) that offer 
a distinct functionality (e.g., a speaker, a camera, an air purifier, 
etc.) where the component is integrated into the lamp but does not 
affect the light output of the lamp (e.g., does not turn the light on/
off, dim the light, change the color of the light, etc.) and is capable 
of operating in standby mode, in section 3 of appendices W, BB, and DD, 
DOE proposed to specify to turn off as many of these components as 
possible during testing. DOE also proposed to require that the test 
report indicate which components were turned off and which, if any, 
components remained on. 89 FR 92855, 92859-92860.
    Signify, NEMA, and ASAP et al. stated their support for DOE's 
proposal to turn off all components that do not affect light output 
during testing. (Signify, No. 9 at p. 4; NEMA, No. 10 at p. 1; ASAP et 
al., No. 11 at p. 1) Ravnitzky stated that the proposal to turn off 
non-illumination components during testing ensures the measured 
efficacy is not inflated by features that do not produce light. 
(Ravnitzky, No. 3, p. 1) The CA IOUs stated that DOE's proposed 
clarification states that only completely different functions operating 
in standby mode should be turned off, if possible, and does not address 
how to test a GSL that offers a different function but lacks a standby 
mode. For these GSLs, the CA IOUs asked that the test procedure clarify 
whether the electricity consumption associated with the different 
functionalities should be included with that for producing visible 
light when calculating energy efficiency. (CA IOUs, No. 7 at p. 3) The 
CA IOUs further stated that DOE's proposed language ``turn off as many 
of these components as possible'' is unclear as to whether it is 
referring to only components that must be user-switchable independent 
of the lamp's light output or also referring to components that are not 
user-switchable and should be mechanically or electrically turned off 
during testing. (CA IOUs, No. 7 at p. 3)
    As noted, the proposed clarification is for lamps with component(s) 
that offer a distinct functionality where the component is integrated 
into the lamp but does not affect the light output of the lamp and is 
capable of operating in standby mode. 89 FR 92855, 92859-92860. In 
standby mode, the energy-using product is connected to a main power 
source and offers one or more of the following user-oriented or 
protective functions: (1) to facilitate the activation or deactivation 
of other functions (including active mode) by remote switch (including 
remote control), internal sensor, or timer; or
    (2) continuous functions, including information or status displays 
(including clocks) or sensor-based functions. 10 CFR 430.2, 42 U.S.C. 
6295(gg)(1)(A)(iii). If a lamp has components that provide additional 
non-lighting functionality and that can be deactivated, it would be 
capable of operating in standby mode, consistent with the definition of 
standby mode. DOE understands that lamps with component(s) that offer 
distinct functionality that does not affect light output can be 
continuous functions, and therefore not meet the definition of standby 
mode, and it may not be possible to turn them off. In this case, the 
energy consumption of the component that offers that distinct 
functionality will have to be included in measured values during 
testing.
    Further, the proposed language to ``turn off as many of these 
components as possible'' means without permanently altering the 
product. To clarify this meaning, in this final rule, DOE is adding 
language to clearly state to turn off components without permanently 
altering the product where permanently altering constitutes the cutting 
of wires, use of a soldering iron, or damage to or destruction of the 
lamp

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and does not constitute connecting or disconnecting wire nuts, 
fasteners or screws, or preserving the lamp as it was sold. If such 
components cannot be turned off without permanently altering the 
product, their energy consumption must be included in measurements.
    In summary, in this final rule, DOE is adopting the clarification 
regarding turning off components that do not affect light output during 
testing, as proposed in the November 2024 NOPR with the added 
clarification that this instruction must be carried out without 
permanently altering the product. To the extent that a lamp would not 
be able to be tested in accordance with these provisions, manufacturers 
may petition for a test procedure waiver in accordance with 10 CFR 
430.27.
3. Non-Integrated Lamps
    Section 3.4 of appendix DD provides instructions to operate a non-
integrated lamp at the manufacturer-declared input voltage and current. 
In the November 2024 NOPR, DOE proposed to remove the instruction in 
section 3.4 of appendix DD to operate non-integrated LED lamps at the 
manufacturer-declared input voltage and current and specify that the 
remaining instructions regarding rated voltages apply to integrated 
lamps. Additionally, DOE proposed to add a section to appendix DD that 
specifies that a non-integrated lamp be operated on a fluorescent lamp 
ballast or external driver that is selected based on manufacturer-
provided compatibility list and availability, starting method, and 
ballast factor. Finally, DOE proposed to add instructions for testing 
with a fluorescent lamp ballast or external driver in terms of number 
of lamps used, and references to relevant industry standards. 89 FR 
92855, 92860. The proposal and relevant public comments are discussed 
in the following sections.
a. Selection of Fluorescent Lamp Ballast, HID Lamp Ballast or External 
LED Driver
    In the November 2024 NOPR, DOE proposed that the fluorescent lamp 
ballast or external driver selected for testing must be, in the 
following order of preference: (1) from the lamp's publicly available 
manufacturer-provided compatibility list and commercially available; 
(2) commercially available and able to operate the lamp throughout the 
duration of the test; (3) previously procured and able to operate the 
lamp throughout the duration of the test. Only if the fluorescent lamp 
ballast and external driver cannot be selected from the previous 
preference should the next preference be availed. Additionally, DOE 
proposed that the manufacturer record the fluorescent lamp ballast or 
external driver manufacturer and model name/number used for testing in 
the test report. 89 FR 92855, 92860.
    DOE received general comments regarding this proposal. Ravnitzky 
supported DOE's proposal to test non-integrated lamps with a 
fluorescent lamp ballast or external driver selected from a 
compatibility list or based on availability, stating it would replicate 
real-world usage conditions. (Ravnitzky, No. 3, p. 1) ASAP et al. 
supported DOE's proposed specifications for selecting fluorescent lamp 
ballast or external driver and, if applicable, the starting method and/
or ballast factor; stating they improved repeatability and ensured 
representativeness. (ASAP et al., No. 11 at p. 2) Signify and NEMA 
stated they supported the order of preference of selection based on: 
(A) described in the lamp manufacturer compatibility list, (B) 
commercially available, (C) starting method as described in Table III.1 
of the November 2024 NOPR and (D) ballast factor as described in Table 
III.2 of the November 2024 NOPR. (Signify, No. 9 at p. 4; NEMA, No. 10 
at p. 2)
    DOE also received specific comments regarding (1) definitions and 
terminology, (2) the organization of the proposed clarifications, (3) 
use of previously procured ballasts or external drivers, (4) 
instructions on preheat start fluorescent lamp ballasts, and (5) 
starting methods and ballast factors. These are discussed in detail in 
the following sections.
Definitions and Terms
    DOE received comments on definitions and terms used in the proposed 
clarifications for selecting ballasts or external drivers for testing 
non-integrated lamps. NEMA recommended that, consistent with ANSI/
Illuminating Engineering Society (``IES'') LS-1-22,\15\ DOE employ the 
standardized term ``LED driver'' rather than ``driver''. (NEMA, No. 10 
at p. 3) DOE agrees that aligning with industry terminology will be a 
helpful clarification. Therefore, in this final rule, DOE is adopting 
the proposed clarifications in appendix DD with the term ``driver'' 
replaced with ``LED driver.''
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    \15\ American National Standards Institute, Illuminating 
Engineering Society, Lighting Science: Nomenclature and Definitions 
for Illuminating Engineering, available at https://www.ies.org/standards/definitions/.
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    NEMA also recommended that DOE replace all instances of 
``fluorescent'' with ``fluorescent or HID,'' given the inclusion of LED 
replacements for HID lamps in the proposed clarifications. (NEMA, No. 
10 at p. 4) In the November 2024 NOPR, it was DOE's intent to ensure 
that its proposed clarifications address testing of all non-integrated 
lamps including those that operate on HID lamp ballasts. While DOE 
proposed clarifications stating that non-integrated lamps that operate 
on HID lamp ballasts must be tested according to ANSI C78.53 (see 
section III.B.3.b of this document), DOE did not appropriately 
reference HID lamp ballasts in the proposed clarifications for 
selecting the ballast in the November 2024 NOPR. Therefore, in this 
final rule, DOE is adopting the proposed clarifications in appendix DD 
with the inclusion of the term ``HID lamp ballast''. Note, that the 
specific ballast factors and starting methods proposed in the November 
2024 NOPR are applicable only to fluorescent lamp ballasts. 89 FR 
92855, 92860-92861.
    In the November 2024 NOPR, DOE proposed to define the term 
``commercially available fluorescent lamp ballast or external driver'' 
as one that can be purchased by an individual consumer at a readily 
accessible retailer (i.e., retailer with storefront or online 
purchasing). 89 FR 92855, 92860.
    Signify and NEMA stated it concurred with DOE's definition of 
``commercially available'' as meaning the lamp can be purchased by a 
consumer in a readily accessible retail storefront or online. (Signify, 
No. 9 at p. 4; NEMA, No. 10 at p. 2) Ravnitzky recommended that DOE 
define ``commercially available fluorescent lamp ballast'' as a ballast 
that can be purchased by an individual consumer at an accessible 
retailer, that has either a storefront or online purchasing platform, 
and include the term in a glossary. (Ravnitzky, No. 3 at p. 1)
    The proposed definition, which was included in the definitions 
section of appendix DD, aligns with Ravintzky's suggested definition. 
As noted in previous paragraphs, in this final rule, DOE is adding the 
term HID lamp ballast and also replacing the term ``driver'' with ``LED 
driver''. Accordingly, in this final rule, DOE is renaming the proposed 
term ``commercially available fluorescent lamp ballast or external 
driver'' to ``commercially available fluorescent lamp ballast, high 
intensity discharge (``HID'') ballast, or external LED driver.''
    Ravnitzky recommended that DOE define ``publicly available 
manufacturer-provided compatibility list'' as lists made available by 
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or through publicly accessible documents which detail the ballasts or 
drivers that are compatible with specific lamp models. (Ravnitzky, No. 
3 at p. 1)
    The term ``publicly available manufacturer-provided compatibility 
list'' is used throughout the proposed language in section 3.1.3 of 
appendix DD. 89 FR 92855, 92867. DOE agrees that defining this term 
will provide further clarification to the proposed instructions. DOE's 
review of compatibility lists indicates that the information provided 
can range from a general statement that the lamp is compatible with 
electronic ballasts to specifying ballast or external LED driver models 
which are compatible with the lamp. Additionally, DOE's intent in using 
the term ``manufacturer-provided'' is to ensure that the information is 
provided by the manufacturer either through the manufacturer's website 
or publicly available documents. Therefore, in this final rule, DOE 
adopts language in appendix DD that defines ``publicly available 
manufacturer-provided compatibility list'' as a list or statement made 
available by the manufacturer on the manufacturer's official website or 
made available by the manufacturer through publicly available documents 
(e.g., product literature, catalogs, and packaging labels), that 
provides information on the ballasts or external LED drivers that are 
compatible with the lamp.
Organization of Proposed Clarifications
    The CA IOUs stated that the proposed language in section 3.1.3 of 
appendix DD for selecting ballasts is challenging to understand and 
follow, including the tables of ballast factors and starting methods. 
The CA IOUs stated that the proposed section 3.1.3.2.1.1 provides 
instructions for selecting ballasts on a ``publicly available 
manufacturer-provided compatibility list'' when based on the structure 
of the section, the instructions should be for selecting ballasts that 
are commercially available. (CA IOUs, No. 7 at p. 3)
    The proposed language in section 3.1.3 of appendix DD is divided 
into three main subsections or scenarios that specify how the 
fluorescent lamp ballast or external driver must be selected and in the 
order of preference of: (1) on a publicly available manufacturer-
provided compatibility list and commercially available (section 
3.1.3.1); (2) commercially available and able to operate the lamp 
throughout the duration of the test (section 3.1.3.2); and (3) 
previously procured and able to operate the lamp throughout the 
duration of the test (section 3.1.3.3). Only if the fluorescent lamp 
ballast and external driver cannot be selected per the instructions of 
the previous subsection, is it necessary to move to next subsection. 
Within each of these subsections, DOE provides instructions for 
selecting the ballast factor and starting method. This presents a 
complete set of instructions for choosing the ballast or driver within 
each subsection. DOE has determined that this is the clearest 
presentation of the instructions allowing the user to step through the 
selection process, in the appropriate order of preference.
    DOE agrees with CA IOUs that the proposed language in section 
3.1.3.2.1.1 is incorrect. This is a subsection under 3.1.3.2, which 
includes the provisions for cases in which the ballast or external 
driver is being selected from what is commercially available and can 
operate the lamp throughout the duration of the test. Therefore, it 
should not reference ballasts on the publicly available manufacturer-
provided compatibility list, but rather commercially available 
ballasts. This is corrected in this final rule.
    The CA IOUs commented that DOE's proposal to allow non-integrated 
GSLs to be tested using ``previously procured ballasts or drivers'' 
seems to endorse pairing of efficient tubular LED (``TLED'') GSLs with 
inefficient magnetic ballasts and DOE should remove this option. The CA 
IOUs stated that T12 fluorescent lamps and magnetic ballasts use twice 
the electricity to produce the same light output as a LED luminaire. 
The CA IOUs stated that the exemption for high CRI linear fluorescent 
lamps from energy conservation standards has kept T12 lamps as well as 
magnetic ballasts on the market, and while the national inventory of 
T12 lamps has dropped from 941 million in 2010 to 341 million in 2020, 
the amount of remaining stock is unclear. (CA IOUs, No. 7 at pp. 3-4)
    DOE's proposed language requires that the ballast or external 
driver: be selected first from the lamp's publicly available 
manufacturer-provided compatibility list and be commercially available; 
if that is not possible, then be commercially available and able to 
operate the lamp throughout the duration of the test; if neither of the 
previous options are possible, then be previously procured and able to 
operate the lamp throughout the duration of the test. Based on this 
order of selection, testing would be conducted with commercially 
available ballasts, first and foremost, whenever possible. 
Additionally, in a scenario where the lamp under test is only 
compatible with a ballast or external driver that is no longer 
commercially available, the option of using something that is 
previously procured minimizes issues of incompatibility.
Preheat Start Fluorescent Lamp Ballasts
    DOE understands that because low frequency, preheat start 
fluorescent lamp ballasts are an older technology, they may not be 
commercially available. In the November 2024 NOPR, for lamps that 
operate only on such ballasts, and these ballasts are not available, 
DOE proposed to specify to operate the lamp on the manufacturer-
declared voltage and current, and if this information is not provided, 
to operate the lamp in accordance with the applicable lamp voltage and 
current conditions specified in ANSI C78.901-2016. Finally, DOE 
proposed the manufacturer must indicate in the test report the voltage 
and current with which the lamp was operated. 89 FR 92855, 92860.
    Signify and NEMA stated it supported DOE's proposal to use the lamp 
voltage and current specified by the manufacturer for preheat lamps 
meant to be used with magnetic ballasts when no commercial ballast is 
available. (Signify, No. 9 at p. 4; NEMA, No. 10 at p. 2)
    As noted, in the November 2024 NOPR, DOE proposed to include the 
statement that if the manufacturer-declared voltage and current is not 
provided, to operate the lamp in accordance with lamp voltage and 
current conditions in ANSI C78.901-2016. Upon further review, DOE has 
determined that this instruction is unnecessary as manufacturers would 
have the necessary voltage and current for a given lamp, which could 
include voltages and currents as specified in ANSI C78.901-2016. The 
test procedure directs manufacturers to indicate in the test report the 
voltage and current with which the lamp was operated. Therefore, this 
information would be available from the manufacturers and the 
additional direction to operate the lamp on the settings specified in 
ANSI C78.901 is not needed. Therefore, in this final rule, DOE is 
adopting the method for testing non-integrated lamps that operate only 
on low frequency, preheat start fluorescent lamp ballasts as proposed 
in the November 2024 NOPR, with the removal of the statement regarding 
use of ANSI C78.901.
Starting Methods and Ballast Factors
    In the November 2024 NOPR, DOE proposed that for the ballasts 
identified based on availability (i.e., manufacturer-provided 
compatibility list, commercially available, previously procured), if 
all the ballasts have the same starting method, choose a ballast

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with that starting method. If there is more than one starting method 
among them, choose a ballast with a starting method based on lamp type 
as specified in Table III.1. If the starting method in Table III.1 is 
not included among fluorescent lamp ballasts under consideration, then 
select any starting method. 89 FR 92855, 92860.

                Table III.1--Starting Method by Lamp Type
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                 Lamp type                         Starting method
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T8 medium bipin...........................  Instant Start.
T8 recessed double contact................  Instant Start.
T5 miniature bipin........................  Programmed Start.
T12 single pin, slimline..................  Instant Start.
T12 medium bipin..........................  Rapid Start.
T12 recessed double contact...............  Rapid Start.
All other lamp types......................  Any.
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    Signify and NEMA commented DOE should add a clarification that if 
fluorescent lamp ballasts under consideration do not employ any of the 
starting methods in the proposed table, then select any starting method 
utilized by a ballast on the compatibility list. Signify stated this 
would prevent potential compatibility risks. (Signify, No. 9 at p. 4-5; 
NEMA, No. 10 at p. 2) DOE agrees this suggestion would help ensure 
testing is not conducted with a ballast or driver that is not 
compatible. Therefore, in this final rule, in the scenario where the 
ballast or driver is being selected from the lamp's publicly available 
manufacturer-provided compatibility list, DOE is revising the 
instruction that ``if starting method in Table III.1 is not included 
among fluorescent lamp ballasts under consideration, then select any 
starting method'' and changing it to ``select any starting method on 
the lamp's publicly available manufacturer-provided compatibility 
list.'' Aside from this change, in this final rule, DOE is adopting the 
clarifications for selecting starting method as proposed in the 
November 2024 NOPR.
    In the November 2024 NOPR, DOE proposed that for the set of 
ballasts that have been identified based on availability and starting 
method, if the ballasts have more than one ballast factor available, 
choose a ballast with a ballast factor based on lamp type as specified 
in Table III.2. If the ballast factor in Table III.2 is not included 
among ballasts under consideration, select a ballast with a ballast 
factor closest to the one listed in Table III.2. 89 FR 92855, 92860-
92861.

                Table III.2--Ballast Factor by Lamp Type
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                 Lamp type                         Ballast factor
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T8 medium bipin...........................  0.88.
T8 recessed double contact................  1.05.
T5 miniature bipin........................  1.
T12 single pin, slimline..................  Any.
T12 medium bipin..........................  Any.
T12 recessed double contact...............  Any.
All other lamp types......................  Any.
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    Signify and NEMA stated their support of DOE's proposal for 
selection of the fluorescent lamp ballast factor used in testing. 
(Signify, No. 9 at p. 5; NEMA, No. 10 at p. 2) In this final rule, DOE 
is adopting the clarifications for selecting the ballast factor as 
proposed in the November 2024 NOPR.
b. Testing With Ballast or External LED Driver
    DOE understands that a ballast or external LED driver can operate 
more than one lamp at a time. Therefore, in the November 2024 NOPR, DOE 
proposed to specify that the fluorescent lamp ballast or external 
drivers be loaded with the maximum number of lamps when measuring the 
initial lumen output, initial input power, input voltage, and input 
current, and these measured values be divided by the maximum number of 
lamps. 89 FR 92855, 92861.
    In response, the CA IOUs stated that placing multiple 4-foot TLED 
lamps in an integrating sphere to measure lumen output, if even 
physically possible, would result in some lumens emitted by one lamp to 
be absorbed by the other lamps, making the measurement inaccurate. The 
CA IOUs stated that DOE does not allow for the use of goniophotometer, 
an alternative method to testing light output, nor does it suggest 
alternative instrumentation for these situations. (CA IOUs, No. 7 at p. 
4) Further, the CA IOUs stated that not all measured values may be 
appropriately divided by the number of lamps (e.g., input voltage). The 
CA IOUs also recommended that DOE reference a standard like ANSI/IES 
LM-79.\16\ (CA IOUs, No. 7 at p. 4)
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and Electrical Measurements of Solid-State Lighting Products.
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    Signify, Westinghouse, and NEMA stated they supported testing the 
lamp with a ballast that is fully loaded (i.e., with the maximum number 
of lamps) but recommended DOE clarify that only one lamp at a time be 
tested in the integrating sphere. Signify and NEMA stated that testing 
multiple lamps in the integrating sphere could lead to optical 
interference skewing lumen output measurements. (Signify, No. 9 at p. 
5-6; NEMA, No. 10 at p. 2; Westinghouse, No. 8 at p. 2)
    Signify, Westinghouse, and NEMA also provided alternative 
instructions for testing multiple non-integrated lamps in an 
integrating sphere. Signify recommended DOE provide clarification that 
only one lamp be placed in the sphere, its light output, voltage, 
current, and power be recorded, and the lamp efficacy be the average 
efficacy of all the lamps measured. NEMA recommended testing one lamp 
at a time in the sphere while operating others outside of the sphere 
and the averaged light output reported as the certified value to DOE. 
Westinghouse supported NEMA's recommendation and also specified to 
divide values of each lamp by the number of lamps operated by the 
ballast. (Signify, No. 9 at p. 5-6; NEMA, No. 10 at p. 2; Westinghouse, 
No. 8 at p. 2)
    DOE agrees that that there could be potential issues with initial 
lumen output measurements when testing multiple non-integrated lamps in 
the integrating sphere. DOE reviewed the alternative instructions 
suggested by commentators for conducting such testing and found these 
to provide similar instructions--to test one lamp at a time and take an 
average of measured values. Considering these recommendations, in this 
final rule, DOE is adding language to clarify that when testing 
multiple lamps, one lamp at a time be tested in the integrating sphere 
while operating the other lamps outside of the sphere; and the initial 
lumen output, initial input power, input voltage, and input current be 
measured for each lamp. Additionally, in this final rule, DOE is 
removing the proposed instruction to divide measured values by the 
maximum number of lamps. Instead, in sections 3.3.2 and 3.3.3 which 
provide instructions on calculating lamp efficacy and power factor, 
respectively, DOE is adding language stating that if multiple lamps are 
tested, the initial lamp efficacy and power factor will be determined 
as the average of the values of each lamp.
    Regarding CA IOUs' suggestion to reference ANSI/IES LM-79, DOE 
notes that this standard is already referenced in section 3.6 of 
appendix DD for measuring the initial lumen output, input power, input 
voltage, and input current of non-integrated LED lamps.
    In summary, DOE is adopting the proposed clarification regarding 
testing with the ballast or external LED driver loaded with the maximum 
number of

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lamps as proposed in the November 2024 NOPR with the modifications that 
ensure that one lamp at time is tested in the integrating sphere.
    Additionally, in the November 2024 NOPR, DOE proposed to 
incorporate by reference the applicable industry standard, ANSI C78.53-
2023, in appendix DD and reference it as follows: (1) for a non-
integrated lamp marketed to replace a fluorescent lamp and operate on 
the existing fluorescent lamp ballast, testing should be conducted in 
accordance with the setup provisions in sections 5.6.3 (Thermal) and 
5.6.4 (Electrical Characteristics) of ANSI C78.53-2023; and (2) for a 
non-integrated lamp marketed to replace a HID lamp and operate on the 
existing HID lamp ballast, testing should be conducted in accordance 
with the setup provisions in sections 5.7.2.1 (Thermal), 5.7.3 
(Electrical Characteristics), and 5.7.5 (Compatibility Criteria) of 
ANSI C78.53-2023 sections. 89 FR 92855, 92861.
    Signify, NEMA, and Westinghouse stated their support for DOE's 
proposal to incorporate by reference, ANSI C78.53-2023 for appendix DD. 
(Signify, No. 9 at p. 6; NEMA, No. 10 at p. 2; Westinghouse, No. 8 at 
p. 2)
    Upon further review, DOE determined that ANSI C78.53-2023 includes 
instructions that would not be relevant to a non-integrated lamp being 
tested under the DOE test procedure. For example, instructions 
referencing de-lamping (i.e., disabling or removing lamps) are not 
relevant as DOE is requiring testing be conducted with the ballast 
loaded with the maximum number of lamps (see section III.B.3.b of this 
document).). Therefore, in this final rule, DOE is not adopting the 
proposal to incorporate by reference ANSI C78.53-2023 in appendix DD 
and is instead adding language in appendix DD that provides only the 
relevant setup instructions applicable for testing non-integrated lamps 
from ANSI C78.53-2023. DOE has determined that this approach would 
improve clarity of the test procedure requirements proposed in the 
November 2024 NOPR.
    Additionally, in this final rule, DOE is revising the proposed 
language ``for a non-integrated lamp marketed to replace a fluorescent/
HID lamp and operate on the existing fluorescent lamp/HID ballast'' to 
state ``designed and marketed'' instead of ``marketed''. Because 
``designed and marketed'' is a term defined by DOE and specific to 
lighting products, it will provide further clarity to the instruction 
(see 10 CFR 430.2 ``designed and marketed'').

C. Test Procedure Costs

    EPCA requires that test procedures amended by DOE not be unduly 
burdensome to conduct. (42 U.S.C. 6293(b)(3)) The following section 
discusses DOE's evaluation of estimated costs associated with the 
clarifications in this final rule, including relevant public comments.
    NEMA and Westinghouse stated their overall support for the proposed 
clarifications but, referencing ENERGY STAR testing, noting that 
manufacturers should not be required to retest lamps already on the 
market that have been tested and certified prior to market 
introduction. (NEMA, No. 10 at p. 2; Westinghouse, No. 8 at p. 2) In 
this final rule, DOE is not adopting the clarification to test at 2700 
K or the closest available CCT greater than 2700 K, which will allow 
manufacturers to use previous test data submitted to entities such as 
ENERGY STAR (see section III.B.1 for complete discussion).
    DOE is adopting two updates to appendices W, BB, and DD that 
provide clarification for testing lamps by specifying: (1) not to test 
the lamp as a colored lamp; and (2) to turn off components that do not 
affect light output. These clarifications only provide further 
clarification and more complete information regarding how to 
appropriately test certain lamps. Therefore, DOE has determined that 
the clarifications would not impact the representations of GSL energy 
efficiency based on the determination manufacturers would be able to 
rely on data generated under the current test procedure. As such, 
retesting of GSLs would not be required solely as a result of DOE's 
adoption of the clarifications to the test procedure.
    Finally, in this final rule, DOE is adopting updates to appendix DD 
to remove the instruction to operate non-integrated LED lamps at the 
manufacturer-declared input voltage and current and instead specify 
that non-integrated lamps be operated on a fluorescent lamp ballast, 
HID lamp ballast or external LED driver. Based on comments from 
manufacturers, the instruction reflects how these lamps are currently 
being tested by manufacturers (see III.B.3 of this document). 
Additionally, the DesignLights Consortium (``DLC'') administers a 
voluntary certification program for high performing lighting products 
and lists almost 6,000 non-integrated lamps as qualified products. DLC 
testing requirements for non-linear integrated lamps,\17\ which 
manufacturers must use to qualify their products, also require testing 
on a fluorescent lamp ballast or external LED driver. DOE has 
determined that manufacturers would be able to rely on data already 
generated for such lamps. As such, DOE has determined that the 
clarifications would not impact the representations of GSL energy 
efficiency.
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Replacement Lamps under Technical Requirements V5.1'', July 1, 2020, 
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    In summary, DOE does not expect that the clarifications outlined in 
the November 2024 NOPR, and that are being adopted in this final rule, 
will result in increased costs or burden to manufacturers.

D. Effective and Compliance Dates

    The effective date for the adopted test procedure amendment will be 
30 days after publication of this final rule in the Federal Register. 
EPCA prescribes that all representations of energy efficiency and 
energy use, including those made on marketing materials and product 
labels, must be made in accordance with an amended test procedure, 
beginning 180 days after publication of the final rule in the Federal 
Register. (42 U.S.C. 6293(c)(2)) EPCA provides an allowance for 
individual manufacturers to petition DOE for an extension of the 180-
day period if the manufacturer may experience undue hardship in meeting 
the deadline. (42 U.S.C. 6293(c)(3)) To receive such an extension, 
petitions must be filed with DOE no later than 60 days before the end 
of the 180-day period and must detail how the manufacturer will 
experience undue hardship. (Id.)

IV. Procedural Issues and Regulatory Review

A. Review Under Executive Orders 12866, 13563, and 14094

    Executive Order (``E.O.'') 12866, ``Regulatory Planning and 
Review,'' as supplemented and reaffirmed by E.O. 13563, ``Improving 
Regulation and Regulatory Review,'' 76 FR 3821 (Jan. 21, 2011) and 
amended by E.O. 14094, ``Modernizing Regulatory Review,'' 88 FR 21879 
(April 11, 2023), requires agencies, to the extent permitted by law, 
to: (1) propose or adopt a regulation only upon a reasoned 
determination that its benefits justify its costs (recognizing that 
some benefits and costs are difficult to quantify); (2) tailor 
regulations to impose the least burden on society, consistent with 
obtaining regulatory objectives, taking into account, among other 
things, and to the extent practicable, the costs of

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cumulative regulations; (3) select, in choosing among alternative 
regulatory approaches, those approaches that maximize net benefits 
(including potential economic, environmental, public health and safety, 
and other advantages; distributive impacts; and equity); (4) to the 
extent feasible, specify performance objectives, rather than specifying 
the behavior or manner of compliance that regulated entities must 
adopt; and (5) identify and assess available alternatives to direct 
regulation, including providing economic incentives to encourage the 
desired behavior, such as user fees or marketable permits, or providing 
information upon which choices can be made by the public. DOE 
emphasizes as well that E.O. 13563 requires agencies to use the best 
available techniques to quantify anticipated present and future 
benefits and costs as accurately as possible. In its guidance, the 
Office of Information and Regulatory Affairs (``OIRA'') in the Office 
of Management and Budget (``OMB'') has emphasized that such techniques 
may include identifying changing future compliance costs that might 
result from technological innovation or anticipated behavioral changes. 
For the reasons stated in the preamble, this final regulatory action is 
consistent with these principles.
    Section 6(a) of E.O. 12866 also requires agencies to submit 
``significant regulatory actions'' to OIRA for review. OIRA has 
determined that this final regulatory action does not constitute a 
``significant regulatory action'' under section 3(f) of E.O. 12866. 
Accordingly, this action was not submitted to OIRA for review under 
E.O. 12866.

B. Review Under the Regulatory Flexibility Act

    The Regulatory Flexibility Act (5 U.S.C. 601 et seq.) requires 
preparation of a final regulatory flexibility analysis (``FRFA'') for 
any final rule where the agency was first required by law to publish a 
proposed rule for public comment, unless the agency certifies that the 
rule, if promulgated, will not have a significant economic impact on a 
substantial number of small entities. As required by Executive Order 
13272, ``Proper Consideration of Small Entities in Agency Rulemaking,'' 
67 FR 53461 (August 16, 2002), DOE published procedures and policies on 
February 19, 2003 to ensure that the potential impacts of its rules on 
small entities are properly considered during the DOE rulemaking 
process. 68 FR 7990. DOE has made its procedures and policies available 
on the Office of the General Counsel's website: www.energy.gov/gc/office-general-counsel. DOE reviewed this final rule under the 
provisions of the Regulatory Flexibility Act and the procedures and 
policies published on February 19, 2003.
    DOE has conducted a focused inquiry into small business 
manufacturers of the GSLs covered by this rulemaking. For this test 
procedure, DOE referenced the small business list created for the April 
2024 Final Rule. In that final rule, DOE identified potential small 
manufacturers based on Small Business Administration guidelines 
categorizing businesses operating under North American Industry 
Classification System code 335139, ``electric lamp bulb and other 
lighting equipment manufacturing'', with under 1,250 employees 
(including parent and affiliate companies) as a small business. The 
size standards are codified at 13 CFR part 121. DOE accessed the 
Compliance Certification Database \18\ to create a list of companies 
that import or otherwise manufacture the GSLs covered by this final 
rule. Using information from D&B Hoovers, DOE screened out companies 
that have more than 1,250 employees, are completely foreign owned and 
operated, or do not manufacture GSLs in the United States--ultimately 
identifying 261 small domestic businesses that assemble GSLs.
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    None of the identified small businesses are expected to incur costs 
because of the clarifications adopted in this rule. The clarifications 
to GSL test procedures being adopted in this final rule only provide 
further clarification regarding how to appropriately test certain lamps 
with additional functionality. These clarifications would not result in 
additional test costs, nor would they require retesting for any 
manufacturers. DOE is also adopting clarifications regarding testing 
non-integrated GSLs which reflect how these lamps are currently being 
tested by manufacturers and therefore, would also not result in 
additional test costs nor require retesting by any manufacturers--
including small manufacturers.
    An individual stated that the proposed changes could create 
significant financial challenges for small businesses, especially those 
without the resources (e.g., specialized equipment, trained personnel, 
and a controlled testing environment) to conduct the required testing. 
The individual recommended that DOE consider simplifying the testing 
requirements or offering financial support through grants, loans, or 
extended deadlines for small manufacturers. (Individual, No. 6 at p. 1)
    DOE notes that the test procedure amendments established in this 
final rule are not estimated to increase manufacturer testing costs and 
are intended as clarifications for manufacturers, corresponding to how 
those manufacturers have been testing covered products.
    Therefore, DOE concludes that the cost effects accruing from the 
final rule would not have a ``significant economic impact on a 
substantial number of small entities,'' and that the preparation of a 
FRFA is not warranted. DOE has submitted a certification and supporting 
statement of factual basis to the Chief Counsel for Advocacy of the 
Small Business Administration for review under 5 U.S.C. 605(b).

C. Review Under the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995

    Manufacturers of GSLs must certify to DOE that their products 
comply with any applicable energy conservation standards. To certify 
compliance, manufacturers must first obtain test data for their 
products according to the DOE test procedures, including any amendments 
adopted for those test procedures. DOE has established regulations for 
the certification and recordkeeping requirements for all covered 
consumer products and commercial equipment, including GSLs. (See 
generally 10 CFR part 429.) The collection-of-information requirement 
for the certification and recordkeeping is subject to review and 
approval by OMB under the Paperwork Reduction Act (``PRA''). This 
requirement has been approved by OMB under OMB control number 1910-
1400. Public reporting burden for the certification is estimated to 
average 35 hours per response, including the time for reviewing 
instructions, searching existing data sources, gathering and 
maintaining the data needed, and completing and reviewing the 
collection of information.
    DOE is not amending the certification or reporting requirements for 
GSLs in this final rule.
    Notwithstanding any other provision of the law, no person is 
required to respond to, nor shall any person be subject to a penalty 
for failure to comply with, a collection of information subject to the 
requirements of the PRA, unless that collection of information displays 
a currently valid OMB Control Number.

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D. Review Under the National Environmental Policy Act of 1969

    In this final rule, DOE establishes test procedure amendments that 
it expects will be used to develop and implement future energy 
conservation standards for GSLs. DOE has determined that this rule 
falls into a class of actions that are categorically excluded from 
review under the National Environmental Policy Act of 1969 (42 U.S.C. 
4321 et seq.) and DOE's implementing regulations at 10 CFR part 1021. 
Specifically, DOE has determined that adopting test procedures for 
measuring energy efficiency of consumer products and industrial 
equipment is consistent with activities identified in 10 CFR part 1021, 
appendix A to subpart D, A5 and A6. Accordingly, neither an 
environmental assessment nor an environmental impact statement is 
required.

E. Review Under Executive Order 13132

    Executive Order 13132, ``Federalism,'' 64 FR 43255 (August 4, 
1999), imposes certain requirements on agencies formulating and 
implementing policies or regulations that preempt State law or that 
have federalism implications. The Executive order requires agencies to 
examine the constitutional and statutory authority supporting any 
action that would limit the policymaking discretion of the States and 
to carefully assess the necessity for such actions. The Executive order 
also requires agencies to have an accountable process to ensure 
meaningful and timely input by State and local officials in the 
development of regulatory policies that have federalism implications. 
On March 14, 2000, DOE published a statement of policy describing the 
intergovernmental consultation process it will follow in the 
development of such regulations. 65 FR 13735. DOE examined this final 
rule and determined that it will not have a substantial direct effect 
on the States, on the relationship between the national government and 
the States, or on the distribution of power and responsibilities among 
the various levels of government. EPCA governs and prescribes Federal 
preemption of State regulations as to energy conservation for the 
products that are the subject of this final rule. States can petition 
DOE for exemption from such preemption to the extent, and based on 
criteria, set forth in EPCA. (42 U.S.C. 6297(d)) No further action is 
required by Executive Order 13132.

F. Review Under Executive Order 12988

    Regarding the review of existing regulations and the promulgation 
of new regulations, section 3(a) of Executive Order 12988, ``Civil 
Justice Reform,'' 61 FR 4729 (February 7, 1996), imposes on Federal 
agencies the general duty to adhere to the following requirements: (1) 
eliminate drafting errors and ambiguity, (2) write regulations to 
minimize litigation, (3) provide a clear legal standard for affected 
conduct rather than a general standard, and (4) promote simplification 
and burden reduction. Section 3(b) of Executive Order 12988 
specifically requires that Executive agencies make every reasonable 
effort to ensure that the regulation: (1) clearly specifies the 
preemptive effect, if any; (2) clearly specifies any effect on existing 
Federal law or regulation; (3) provides a clear legal standard for 
affected conduct while promoting simplification and burden reduction; 
(4) specifies the retroactive effect, if any; (5) adequately defines 
key terms; and (6) addresses other important issues affecting clarity 
and general draftsmanship under any guidelines issued by the Attorney 
General. Section 3(c) of Executive Order 12988 requires Executive 
agencies to review regulations in light of applicable standards in 
sections 3(a) and 3(b) to determine whether they are met or it is 
unreasonable to meet one or more of them. DOE has completed the 
required review and determined that, to the extent permitted by law, 
this final rule meets the relevant standards of Executive Order 12988.

G. Review Under the Unfunded Mandates Reform Act of 1995

    Title II of the Unfunded Mandates Reform Act of 1995 (``UMRA'') 
requires each Federal agency to assess the effects of Federal 
regulatory actions on State, local, and Tribal governments and the 
private sector. Public Law 104-4, sec. 201 (codified at 2 U.S.C. 1531). 
For a regulatory action resulting in a rule that may cause the 
expenditure by State, local, and Tribal governments, in the aggregate, 
or by the private sector of $100 million or more in any one year 
(adjusted annually for inflation), section 202 of UMRA requires a 
Federal agency to publish a written statement that estimates the 
resulting costs, benefits, and other effects on the national economy. 
(2 U.S.C. 1532(a)-(b)) The UMRA also requires a Federal agency to 
develop an effective process to permit timely input by elected officers 
of State, local, and Tribal governments on a proposed ``significant 
intergovernmental mandate,'' and requires an agency plan for giving 
notice and opportunity for timely input to potentially affected small 
governments before establishing any requirements that might 
significantly or uniquely affect small governments. On March 18, 1997, 
DOE published a statement of policy on its process for 
intergovernmental consultation under UMRA. 62 FR 12820; also available 
at www.energy.gov/gc/office-general-counsel. DOE examined this final 
rule according to UMRA and its statement of policy and determined that 
the rule contains neither an intergovernmental mandate, nor a mandate 
that may result in the expenditure of $100 million or more in any year, 
so these requirements do not apply.

H. Review Under the Treasury and General Government Appropriations Act, 
1999

    Section 654 of the Treasury and General Government Appropriations 
Act, 1999 (Pub. L. 105-277) requires Federal agencies to issue a Family 
Policymaking Assessment for any proposed rule or policy that may affect 
family well-being. When developing a Family Policymaking Assessment, 
agencies must assess whether: (1) the action strengthens or erodes the 
stability or safety of the family and, particularly, the marital 
commitment; (2) the action strengthens or erodes the authority and 
rights of parents in the education, nurture, and supervision of their 
children; (3) the action helps the family perform its functions, or 
substitutes governmental activity for the function; (4) the action 
increases or decreases disposable income or poverty of families and 
children; (5) the benefits of the action justify the financial impact 
on the family; (6) the action may be carried out by State or local 
government or by the family; and whether (7) the action establishes an 
implicit or explicit policy concerning the relationship between the 
behavior and personal responsibility of youth, and the norms of 
society. In evaluating the above factors, DOE has concluded that it is 
not necessary to prepare a Family Policymaking Assessment as none of 
the above factors are implicated. Further, this determination would not 
have any financial impact on families nor any impact on the autonomy or 
integrity of the family as an institution.

I. Review Under Executive Order 12630

    DOE has determined, under Executive Order 12630, ``Governmental 
Actions and Interference with Constitutionally Protected Property 
Rights'' 53 FR 8859 (March 18, 1988), that this regulation will not 
result in any takings that might require compensation under the Fifth 
Amendment to the U.S. Constitution.

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J. Review Under Treasury and General Government Appropriations Act, 
2001

    Section 515 of the Treasury and General Government Appropriations 
Act, 2001 (44 U.S.C. 3516 note) provides for agencies to review most 
disseminations of information to the public under guidelines 
established by each agency pursuant to general guidelines issued by 
OMB. OMB's guidelines were published at 67 FR 8452 (Feb. 22, 2002), and 
DOE's guidelines were published at 67 FR 62446 (Oct. 7, 2002). Pursuant 
to OMB Memorandum M-19-15, Improving Implementation of the Information 
Quality Act (April 24, 2019), DOE published updated guidelines which 
are available at www.energy.gov/sites/prod/files/2019/12/f70/DOE%20Final%20Updated%20IQA%20Guidelines%20Dec%202019.pdf. DOE has 
reviewed this final rule under the OMB and DOE guidelines and has 
concluded that it is consistent with applicable policies in those 
guidelines.

K. Review Under Executive Order 13211

    Executive Order 13211, ``Actions Concerning Regulations That 
Significantly Affect Energy Supply, Distribution, or Use,'' 66 FR 28355 
(May 22, 2001), requires Federal agencies to prepare and submit to OMB, 
a Statement of Energy Effects for any significant energy action. A 
``significant energy action'' is defined as any action by an agency 
that promulgates or is expected to lead to promulgation of a final 
rule, and that: (1) is a significant regulatory action under Executive 
Order 12866, or any successor order, and is likely to have a 
significant adverse effect on the supply, distribution, or use of 
energy; or (2) is designated by the Administrator of OIRA as a 
significant energy action. For any significant energy action, the 
agency must give a detailed statement of any adverse effects on energy 
supply, distribution, or use if the regulation is implemented, and of 
reasonable alternatives to the action and their expected benefits on 
energy supply, distribution, and use.
    This regulatory action is not a significant regulatory action under 
Executive Order 12866. Moreover, it would not have a significant 
adverse effect on the supply, distribution, or use of energy, nor has 
it been designated as a significant energy action by the Administrator 
of OIRA. Therefore, it is not a significant energy action, and, 
accordingly, DOE has not prepared a Statement of Energy Effects.

L. Review Under Section 32 of the Federal Energy Administration Act of 
1974

    Under section 301 of the Department of Energy Organization Act 
(Pub. L. 95-91; 42 U.S.C. 7101), DOE must comply with section 32 of the 
Federal Energy Administration Act of 1974, as amended by the Federal 
Energy Administration Authorization Act of 1977. (15 U.S.C. 788; 
``FEAA'') Section 32 essentially provides in relevant part that, where 
a proposed rule authorizes or requires use of commercial standards, the 
notice of proposed rulemaking must inform the public of the use and 
background of such standards. In addition, section 32(c) requires DOE 
to consult with the Attorney General and the Chairman of the Federal 
Trade Commission (``FTC'') concerning the impact of the commercial or 
industry standards on competition.
    The modifications to the test procedures for general service lamps 
adopted in this final rule do not incorporate any new commercial 
standards or test procedures that are not already incorporated by 
reference at 10 CFR 430.3 and therefore DOE has not re-assessed such 
standards as part of this final rule.

M. Congressional Notification

    As required by 5 U.S.C. 801, DOE will report to Congress on the 
promulgation of this rule before its effective date. The report will 
state that it has been determined that the rule is not a ``major rule'' 
as defined by 5 U.S.C. 804(2).

N. Description of Materials Incorporated by Reference

    The following standards were previously approved for incorporation 
by reference in the regulatory sections where they appear, and no 
changes are made: IEC 62031-DD, IES LM-9-09-DD,\19\ IES LM-20-13,\20\ 
IES LM-45-15,\21\ and IES LM-79-08-DD.\22\
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    \19\ Illuminating Engineering Society, IES Approved Method for 
the Electrical and Photometric Measurement of Fluorescent Lamps, 
Approved January 31, 2009.
    \20\ Illuminating Engineering Society, IES Approved Method: 
Photometry of Reflector Type Lamps, Approved February 4, 2013.
    \21\ Illuminating Engineering Society, IES Approved Method: 
Electrical and Photometric Measurement of General Service 
Incandescent Filament Lamps, Approved August 8, 2015.
    \22\ Illuminating Engineering Society, IES LM-79-08 Approved 
Method: Electrical and Photometric Measurements of Solid-State 
Lighting Products, Approved December 31, 2007.
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V. Approval of the Office of the Secretary

    The Secretary of Energy has approved publication of this final 
rule.

List of Subjects in 10 CFR Part 430

    Administrative practice and procedure, Confidential business 
information, Energy conservation, Household appliances, Imports, 
Incorporation by reference, Intergovernmental relations, Small 
businesses.

Signing Authority

    This document of the Department of Energy was signed on January 10, 
2025, by Jeffrey Marootian, Principal Deputy Assistant Secretary for 
Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy, pursuant to delegated authority 
from the Secretary of Energy. That document with the original signature 
and date is maintained by DOE. For administrative purposes only, and in 
compliance with requirements of the Office of the Federal Register, the 
undersigned DOE Federal Register Liaison Officer has been authorized to 
sign and submit the document in electronic format for publication, as 
an official document of the Department of Energy. This administrative 
process in no way alters the legal effect of this document upon 
publication in the Federal Register.

    Signed in Washington, DC, on January 10, 2025.
Treena V. Garrett,
Federal Register Liaison Officer, U.S. Department of Energy.

    For the reasons stated in the preamble, DOE amends part 430 of 
Chapter II of Title 10, Code of Federal Regulations as set forth below:

PART 430--ENERGY CONSERVATION PROGRAM FOR CONSUMER PRODUCTS

0
1. The authority citation for part 430 continues to read as follows:

    Authority: 42 U.S.C. 6291-6309; 28 U.S.C. 2461 note.

0
2. Amend appendix W to subpart B by:
0
a. Revising the note at the beginning of the appendix;
0
a. Redesignating sections 3.1.5 through 3.1.7 as sections 3.1.6 through 
3.1.8; and
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b. Adding new section 3.1.5 and section 3.1.9.
    The additions read as follows:

Appendix W to Subpart B of Part 430--Uniform Test Method for Measuring 
the Energy Consumption of Compact Fluorescent Lamps

    Note 1 to appendix W to subpart B: On and after July 15, 2025, 
any representations made with respect to the energy efficiency of 
compact fluorescent lamps must be made in accordance with the 
results of testing

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pursuant to this appendix W. Manufacturers conducting tests of 
compact fluorescent lamps prior to July 15, 2025, must conduct such 
tests in accordance with either this appendix or the procedures in 
appendix W as it appeared in the Code of Federal Regulations on 
January 1, 2023. Any representations made with respect to the energy 
efficiency of compact fluorescent lamps must be in accordance with 
whichever version is selected.
* * * * *
    3. * * *
    3.1. * * *
    3.1.5. If the lamp can operate in multiple modes at the labeled 
wattage, operate the lamp as not a colored lamp (as defined in 10 
CFR 430.2). If multiple modes occur at the same labeled wattage 
(such as variable CCT or CRI), select any of these modes for 
testing; however, all measurements must be taken at the same 
selected mode. The test report must specify which mode was selected 
for testing and include details such that another laboratory can 
replicate the test at the same mode.
* * * * *
    3.1.9. For a CFL that has one or more component(s) that offer a 
completely different functionality (e.g., a speaker, a camera, an 
air purifier, etc.) where the component is integrated into the lamp 
but does not affect the light output of the lamp (e.g., does not 
turn the light on/off, dim the light, change the color of the light, 
etc.) and is capable of operating in standby mode, turn off as many 
of these components as possible during testing, without permanently 
altering the product. Permanently altering the product constitutes 
the cutting of wires, use of a soldering iron, or damage to or 
destruction of the lamp and does not constitute connecting or 
disconnecting wire nuts, fasteners or screws, or preserving the lamp 
as it was sold. If such components cannot be turned off without 
permanently altering the product, their energy consumption must be 
included in measurements. The test report must specify which 
components were turned off and any features that remained on.
* * * * *

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3. Amend appendix BB to subpart B by:
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a. Revising the note at the beginning of the appendix;
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b. Revising section 3.1.4; and
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c. Adding section 3.1.5.
    The revisions and addition read as follows:

Appendix BB to Subpart B of Part 430--Uniform Test Method for Measuring 
the Input Power, Lumen Output, Lamp Efficacy, Correlated Color 
Temperature (CCT), Color Rendering Index (CRI), Power Factor, Time to 
Failure, and Standby Mode Power of Integrated Light-Emitting Diode 
(LED) Lamps

    Note 1 to appendix BB to subpart B: On and after July 15, 2025, 
any representations made with respect to the energy efficiency of 
integrated LED lamps must be made in accordance with the results of 
testing pursuant to this appendix BB. Manufacturers conducting tests 
of integrated LED lamps prior to July 15, 2025, must conduct such 
tests in accordance with either this appendix or the previous 
version of appendix BB as it appeared in the Code of Federal 
Regulations on January 1, 2023. Any representations made with 
respect to the energy efficiency of integrated LED lamps must be in 
accordance with whichever version is selected.
* * * * *
    3. * * *
    3.1. * * *
    3.1.4. Ensure that the lamp is not operating as a colored lamp 
(as defined in 10 CFR 430.2) and operate the lamp at maximum input 
power. If multiple modes occur at the same maximum input power (such 
as variable CCT or CRI), select any of these modes for testing; 
however, all measurements must be taken at the same selected mode. 
The test report must specify which mode was selected for testing and 
include details such that another laboratory can replicate the test 
at the same mode.
    3.1.5. For a lamp that has one or more component(s) that offer a 
completely different functionality (e.g., a speaker, a camera, an 
air purifier, etc.) where the component is integrated into the lamp 
but does not affect the light output of the lamp (e.g., does not 
turn the light on/off, dim the light, change the color of the light, 
etc.) and is capable of operating in standby mode, turn off as many 
of these components as possible during testing, without permanently 
altering the product. Permanently altering the product constitutes 
the cutting of wires, use of a soldering iron, or damage to or 
destruction of the lamp and does not constitute connecting or 
disconnecting wire nuts, fasteners or screws, or preserving the lamp 
as it was sold. If such components cannot be turned off without 
permanently altering the product, their energy consumption must be 
included in measurements. The test report must specify which 
components were turned off and any features that remained on.
* * * * *

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4. Revise appendix DD to subpart B to read as follows:

Appendix DD to Subpart B of Part 430--Uniform Test Method for Measuring 
the Energy Consumption and Energy Efficiency of General Service Lamps 
That Are Not General Service Incandescent Lamps, Compact Fluorescent 
Lamps, or Integrated LED Lamps

    Note 1 to appendix DD to subpart B: On and after July 15, 2025, 
any representations made with respect to the energy efficiency of 
general service lamps that are not general service incandescent 
lamps, compact fluorescent lamps, or integrated LED lamps must be 
made in accordance with the results of testing pursuant to this 
appendix DD. Manufacturers conducting tests of such general service 
lamps prior to July 15, 2025, must conduct such tests in accordance 
with either this appendix or the version of appendix DD as it 
appeared in the Code of Federal Regulations on January 1, 2023. Any 
representations made with respect to the energy efficiency of such 
general service lamp must be in accordance with whichever version is 
selected. 1. Scope: This appendix DD specifies the test methods 
required to measure the initial lumen output, input power, lamp 
efficacy, power factor, and standby mode energy consumption of 
general service lamps that are not general service incandescent 
lamps, compact fluorescent lamps, or integrated LED lamps.
    2. Definitions:
    Commercially available fluorescent lamp ballast, high intensity 
discharge (``HID'') ballast, or external LED driver means one that 
can be purchased by an individual consumer at a readily accessible 
retailer (i.e., retailer with storefront or online purchasing).
    Measured initial input power means the input power to the lamp, 
measured after the lamp is stabilized and seasoned (if applicable), 
and expressed in watts (W).
    Measured initial lumen output means the lumen output of the 
lamp, measured after the lamp is stabilized and seasoned (if 
applicable), and expressed in lumens (lm).
    Power factor means the measured initial input power (watts) 
divided by the product of the input voltage (volts) and the input 
current (amps) measured at the same time as the initial input power.
    Publicly available manufacturer-provided compatibility list 
means a list or statement made available by the manufacturer on the 
manufacturer's official website or made available by the 
manufacturer through publicly available documents (e.g., product 
literature, catalogs, and packaging labels), that provides 
information on ballasts or external LED drivers that are compatible 
with the lamp.
    3. Active Mode Test Procedures
    3.1. Test Conditions and Setup
    3.1.1. For single base OLED and non-integrated LED lamps, 
position a lamp in either the base-up and base-down orientation 
throughout testing. Test an equal number of lamps in the sample in 
the base-up and base-down orientations, except that, if the 
manufacturer restricts the orientation, test all of the units in the 
sample in the manufacturer-specified orientation. For double base 
OLED and non-integrated LED lamps, test all units in the horizontal 
orientation except that, if the manufacturer restricts the 
orientation, test all of the units in the sample in the 
manufacturer-specified orientation.
    3.1.2. For integrated lamps, operate the lamp at the rated 
voltage throughout testing. For lamps with multiple rated voltages 
including 120 volts, operate the lamp at 120 volts. If a lamp is not 
rated for 120 volts, operate the lamp at the highest rated input 
voltage.
    3.1.3. For non-integrated lamps, operate the lamp on a 
fluorescent lamp ballast, HID lamp ballast, or external LED driver 
in order of the following preference:
    3.1.3.1. Select a commercially available fluorescent lamp 
ballast, HID lamp ballast, or external LED driver from the lamp's 
publicly available manufacturer-provided compatibility list. The 
test report must

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specify the manufacturer and model name/number of the fluorescent 
lamp ballast, HID lamp ballast, or external LED driver used in the 
test.
    3.1.3.1.1. If all ballasts on the publicly available 
manufacturer-provided compatibility list use the same starting 
method, then select a ballast with that starting method to test the 
lamp.
    3.1.3.1.1.1. If ballasts on the publicly available manufacturer-
provided compatibility list are available with multiple ballast 
factors, then select a ballast with a ballast factor based on lamp 
type specified in Table 3.1. If the ballast factor in the table is 
not available among ballasts on the publicly available manufacturer-
provided compatibility list, select a ballast with a ballast factor 
closest to the one listed in the table:

                 Table 3.1--Ballast Factor by Lamp Type
------------------------------------------------------------------------
                 Lamp type                         Ballast factor
------------------------------------------------------------------------
T8 medium bipin...........................  0.88.
T8 recessed double contact................  1.05.
T5 miniature bipin........................  1.
T12 single pin, slimline..................  Any.
T12 medium bipin..........................  Any.
T12 recessed double contact...............  Any.
All other lamp types......................  Any.
------------------------------------------------------------------------

    3.1.3.1.2. If ballasts on the publicly available manufacturer-
provided compatibility list are available with multiple starting 
methods, then select a ballast with a starting method based on lamp 
type specified in Table 3.2. If the starting method in the table is 
not available among ballasts on the publicly available manufacturer-
provided compatibility list, select any starting method on the 
publicly available manufacturer-provided compatibility list:

                 Table 3.2--Starting Method by Lamp Type
------------------------------------------------------------------------
                 Lamp type                         Starting method
------------------------------------------------------------------------
T8 medium bipin...........................  Instant Start.
T8 recessed double contact................  Instant Start.
T5 miniature bipin........................  Programmed Start.
T12 single pin, slimline..................  Instant Start.
T12 medium bipin..........................  Rapid Start.
T12 recessed double contact...............  Rapid Start.
All other lamp types......................  Any.
------------------------------------------------------------------------

    3.1.3.1.2.1. If ballasts on the publicly available manufacturer-
provided compatibility list are available with multiple ballast 
factors, then select a ballast with a ballast factor based on lamp 
type specified in Table 3.3. If the ballast factor in the table is 
not available among ballasts on the publicly available manufacturer-
provided compatibility list, select a ballast with a ballast factor 
closest to the one listed in the table:

                 Table 3.3--Ballast Factor by Lamp Type
------------------------------------------------------------------------
                 Lamp type                         Ballast factor
------------------------------------------------------------------------
T8 medium bipin...........................  0.88.
T8 recessed double contact................  1.05.
T5 miniature bipin........................  1.
T12 single pin, slimline..................  Any.
T12 medium bipin..........................  Any.
T12 recessed double contact...............  Any.
All other lamp types......................  Any.
------------------------------------------------------------------------

    3.1.3.2. If the procedure in section 3.1.3.1 is not possible, 
select any commercially available fluorescent lamp ballast, HID lamp 
ballast, or external LED driver that can operate the lamp throughout 
the duration of the test. The test report must specify the 
manufacturer and model name/number of the fluorescent lamp ballast, 
HID lamp ballast, or external LED driver used in the test.
    3.1.3.2.1. If all commercially available ballasts use the same 
starting method, then select a ballast with that starting method to 
test the lamp.
    3.1.3.2.1.1. If commercially available ballasts are available 
with multiple ballast factors, then select a ballast with a ballast 
factor based on lamp type specified in Table 3.4. If the ballast 
factor in the table is not available among commercially available 
ballasts, select a ballast with a ballast factor closest to the one 
listed in the table:

                 Table 3.4--Ballast Factor by Lamp Type
------------------------------------------------------------------------
                 Lamp type                         Ballast factor
------------------------------------------------------------------------
T8 medium bipin...........................  0.88.
T8 recessed double contact................  1.05.
T5 miniature bipin........................  1.
T12 single pin, slimline..................  Any.
T12 medium bipin..........................  Any.
T12 recessed double contact...............  Any.
All other lamp types......................  Any.
------------------------------------------------------------------------

    3.1.3.2.2. If commercially available ballasts are available with 
multiple starting methods, then select a ballast with a starting 
method based on lamp type specified in Table 3.5. If the starting 
method in the table is not available among commercially available 
ballasts, select any starting method:

                 Table 3.5--Starting Method by Lamp Type
------------------------------------------------------------------------
                 Lamp type                         Starting method
------------------------------------------------------------------------
T8 medium bipin...........................  Instant Start.
T8 recessed double contact................  Instant Start.
T5 miniature bipin........................  Programmed Start.
T12 single pin, slimline..................  Instant Start.
T12 medium bipin..........................  Rapid Start.
T12 recessed double contact...............  Rapid Start.
All other lamp types......................  Any.
------------------------------------------------------------------------

    3.1.3.2.2.1. If commercially available ballasts are available 
with multiple ballast factors, then select a ballast with a ballast 
factor based on lamp type specified in Table 3.6. If the ballast 
factor in the table is not available among commercially available 
ballasts, select a ballast with a ballast factor closest to the one 
listed in the table:

                 Table 3.6--Ballast Factor by Lamp Type
------------------------------------------------------------------------
                 Lamp type                         Ballast factor
------------------------------------------------------------------------
T8 medium bipin...........................  0.88.
T8 recessed double contact................  1.05.
T5 miniature bipin........................  1.
T12 single pin, slimline..................  Any.
T12 medium bipin..........................  Any.
T12 recessed double contact...............  Any.
All other lamp types......................  Any.
------------------------------------------------------------------------

    3.1.3.3. If the procedures in sections 3.1.3.1 and 3.1.3.2 are 
not possible, use any previously procured fluorescent lamp ballast, 
HID lamp ballast, or external LED driver that can operate the lamp 
throughout the duration of the test. The test report must specify 
the manufacturer and model name/number of the fluorescent lamp 
ballast, HID lamp ballast, or external LED driver used in the test.
    3.1.3.3.1. If all previously procured ballasts use the same 
starting method, then select a ballast with that starting method to 
test the lamp.
    3.1.3.3.1.1. If previously procured ballasts are available with 
multiple ballast factors, then select a ballast with a ballast 
factor based on lamp type specified in Table 3.7. If the ballast 
factor in the table is not available among the previously procured 
ballasts, select a ballast with a ballast factor closest to the one 
listed in the table:

                 Table 3.7--Ballast Factor by Lamp Type
------------------------------------------------------------------------
                 Lamp type                         Ballast factor
------------------------------------------------------------------------
T8 medium bipin...........................  0.88.
T8 recessed double contact................  1.05.
T5 miniature bipin........................  1.
T12 single pin, slimline..................  Any.
T12 medium bipin..........................  Any.
T12 recessed double contact...............  Any.
All other lamp types......................  Any.
------------------------------------------------------------------------

    3.1.3.3.2. If previously procured ballasts are available with 
multiple starting methods, then select a ballast with a starting 
method based on lamp type specified in Table 3.8. If the starting 
method in the table is not available among the previously procured 
ballasts, select any starting method:

                 Table 3.8--Starting Method by Lamp Type
------------------------------------------------------------------------
                 Lamp type                         Starting method
------------------------------------------------------------------------
T8 medium bipin...........................  Instant Start.

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T8 recessed double contact................  Instant Start.
T5 miniature bipin........................  Programmed Start.
T12 single pin, slimline..................  Instant Start.
T12 medium bipin..........................  Rapid Start.
T12 recessed double contact...............  Rapid Start.
All other lamp types......................  Any.
------------------------------------------------------------------------

    3.1.3.3.2.1. If previously procured ballasts are available with 
multiple ballast factors, then select a ballast with a ballast 
factor based on lamp type specified in Table 3.9. If the ballast 
factor in the table is not available among the previously procured 
ballasts, select a ballast with a ballast factor closest to the one 
listed in the table:

                 Table 3.9--Ballast Factor by Lamp Type
------------------------------------------------------------------------
                 Lamp type                         Ballast factor
------------------------------------------------------------------------
T8 medium bipin...........................  0.88.
T8 recessed double contact................  1.05.
T5 miniature bipin........................  1.
T12 single pin, slimline..................  Any.
T12 medium bipin..........................  Any.
T12 recessed double contact...............  Any.
All other lamp types......................  Any.
------------------------------------------------------------------------

    3.1.3.4. If the procedures in sections 3.1.3.1, 3.1.3.2 and 
3.1.3.3 are not possible and the lamp only operates on a low 
frequency, preheat start fluorescent lamp ballast, operate the lamp 
on the manufacturer-declared voltage and current. The test report 
must specify the voltage and current with which the lamp was 
operated.
    3.1.4. Operate the fluorescent lamp ballast, HID lamp ballast, 
or external LED driver loaded with the maximum number of lamps. Test 
one lamp at a time in the integrating sphere, while operating the 
other lamps outside of the sphere. Measure the initial lumen output, 
initial input power, input voltage, and input current for each lamp 
according to section 3.2.1.
    3.1.5. For a non-integrated lamp designed and marketed to 
replace a fluorescent lamp and operate on the existing fluorescent 
lamp ballast, conduct testing in accordance with the following setup 
provisions:
    3.1.5.1. Thermal conditions: A compatible combination of ballast 
and LED replacement lamp designed for direct replacement of linear 
fluorescent lamp sources must not result in the overheating of 
components. LED replacement lamps that are compatible with a given 
ballast must not cause the ballast to operate at a higher 
temperature or power than the fluorescent ballast ratings. The 
temperature measured at the Tc point must not exceed the rating of 
the ballast. For magnetic ballasts and electronic ballasts with no 
Tc point identified, the ballast enclosure must not exceed 90 
degrees Celsius.
    3.1.5.2 Electrical conditions: LED replacement lamps must be 
measured with the ballast in the circuit, consistent with rated LED 
replacement lamp values on a given ballast condition (ballast type/
ballast factor/lamp loading). Compatibility is based on the rated 
values specified by the LED lamp manufacturer. The lamp current must 
be equal to or less than the target lamp current. (The target lamp 
is the fluorescent lamp the replacement lamp is intended to 
replace.) The measured input power to the ballast must not exceed 
the rating of the ballast by more than 10%.
    3.1.6. For a non-integrated lamp designed and marketed to 
replace an HID lamp and operate on the existing HID lamp ballast, 
conduct testing in accordance with the following setup provisions:
    3.1.6.1. Thermal conditions: The LED replacement lamp must not 
exceed its maximum operational temperature rating as specified by 
the LED lamp manufacturer.
    3.1.6.2. Electrical conditions: LED replacement lamps must be 
measured with the ballast in the circuit, consistent with rated LED 
replacement lamp values on a given ballast condition (ballast type/
ballast factor/lamp loading). Compatibility is based on the rated 
values specified by the LED replacement lamp manufacturer. The LED 
replacement lamp voltage must be in a range of +/-15 percent of the 
nominal HID lamp voltage. The lamp current must be equal to or less 
than the target lamp current. (The target lamp is the HID lamp the 
device is intended to replace.) The measured input power to the 
ballast must not exceed the rating of the ballast by more than 10%.
    3.1.6.3. Ballast conditions: For magnetic ballasts: (1) the 
ballast capacitor voltage for magnetic ballasts must not exceed the 
capacitor rating and (2) the ballast must not exceed the temperature 
described in its ballast temperature code. For electronic ballasts, 
the temperature at the Tc point must be equal or less than described 
on the ballast label.
    3.1.7. Ensure that the lamp is not operating as a colored lamp 
(as defined in 10 CFR 430.2) and operate the lamp at maximum input 
power. If multiple modes occur at the same maximum input power (such 
as variable CCT or CRI), select any of these modes for testing; 
however, all measurements must be taken at the same selected mode. 
The test report must specify which mode was selected for testing and 
include details such that another laboratory can replicate the test 
at the same mode.
    3.1.8. For a lamp that has one or more component(s) that offer a 
completely different functionality (e.g., a speaker, a camera, an 
air purifier, etc.) where the component is integrated into the lamp 
but does not affect the light output of the lamp (e.g., does not 
turn the light on/off, dim the light, change the color of the light, 
etc.) and is capable of operating in standby mode, turn off as many 
of these components as possible during testing, without permanently 
altering the product. Permanently altering the product constitutes 
the cutting of wires, use of a soldering iron, or damage to or 
destruction of the lamp and does not constitute connecting or 
disconnecting wire nuts, fasteners or screws, or preserving the lamp 
as it was sold. If such components cannot be turned off without 
permanently altering the product, their energy consumption must be 
included in measurements. The test report must specify which 
components were turned off and any features that remained on.
    3.2. Test Method, Measurements, and Calculations
    3.2.1. To measure initial lumen output, input power, input 
voltage, and input current use the test procedures in the table in 
this section. Do not use a goniophotometer.

       Table 3.10--References to Industry Standard Test Procedures
------------------------------------------------------------------------
               Lamp type                    Referenced test procedure
------------------------------------------------------------------------
Compact fluorescent lamps..............  Appendix W to subpart B of 10
                                          CFR part 430.
General service incandescent lamps.....  Appendix R to subpart B of 10
                                          CFR part 430.
Integrated LED lamps...................  Appendix BB to subpart B of 10
                                          CFR part 430.
Non-integrated LED lamps...............  IES LM-79-08-DD, sections 1.3
                                          (except 1.3f), 2.0, 3.0, 5.0,
                                          7.0, 8.0, 9.1 and 9.2.*
OLED lamps.............................  IES LM-79-08-DD, sections 1.3
                                          (except 1.3f), 2.0, 3.0, 5.0,
                                          7.0, 8.0, 9.1 and 9.2.*
Other fluorescent lamps................  IES LM-9-09-DD, sections 46,
                                          and section 7.5.*
Other incandescent lamps that are not    IES LM-45-15, sections 4-6, and
 reflector lamps.                         section 7.1.*
Other incandescent lamps that are        IES LM-20-13, sections 4-6, and
 reflector lamps.                         section 8.*
------------------------------------------------------------------------
* Incorporated by reference, see Sec.   430.3.

    3.2.2. Determine initial lamp efficacy by dividing the measured 
initial lumen output (lumens) by the measured initial input power 
(watts). Per section 3.1.4, if multiple lamps were operated on the 
same ballast or external LED driver, determine the initial lamp

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efficacy by calculating the initial lamp efficacy for each lamp and 
calculating the average.
    3.2.3. Determine power factor by dividing the measured initial 
input power (watts) by the product of the measured input voltage 
(volts) and measured input current (amps). Per section 3.1.4, if 
multiple lamps were operated on the same ballast or external LED 
driver, determine the power factor by calculating the power factor 
for each lamp and calculating the average.
    3.3. Standby Mode Test Procedure
    3.3.1. Measure standby mode power only for lamps that are 
capable of standby mode operation.
    3.3.2. The test conditions and setup described in section 3.1 of 
this appendix apply to this section.
    3.3.3. Connect the lamp to the manufacturer-specified wireless 
control network (if applicable) and configure the lamp in standby 
mode by sending a signal to the lamp instructing it to have zero 
light output. Lamp must remain connected to the network throughout 
testing.
    3.3.4. Operate the lamp at the rated voltage throughout testing. 
For lamps with multiple rated voltages including 120 volts, operate 
the lamp at 120 volts. If a lamp is not rated for 120 volts, operate 
the lamp at the highest rated input voltage.
    3.3.5. Stabilize the lamp prior to measurement as specified in 
section 5 of IEC 62301-DD (incorporated by reference; see Sec.  
430.3).
    3.3.6. Measure the standby mode power in watts as specified in 
section 5 of IEC 62301-DD (incorporated by reference; see Sec.  
430.3).

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