60W Replacement Competition
In September 2009, the L Prize competition received its first entry, a 60-watt replacement product from Philips Lighting North America. The product was tested in a rigorous evaluation process that included performance, lifetime, and stress testing conducted by independent laboratories, and field assessments conducted in collaboration with L Prize partners. A Technical Review Committee reviewed all reports, test results, findings, and documentation for this entry, and determined that it met the competition requirements. Philips Lighting North America was officially awarded the first L Prize in August of 2011. At this time DOE has closed the 60-watt category and will not accept or evaluate further entries in this category.
- Lab testing measured performance and lifetime
- Field assessments evaluated performance in real-world applications
Learn more about testing the Philips entry and hear what L Prize partners have to say about the field assessments:
View the text-alternative version of the L Prize Testing video.
View the text-alternative version of the L Prize Partner video.