Controlled Lighting – New EU Requirements
From 28 May 2024, EU Directive 2024/1275 introduces new requirements for controlled and energy-efficient lighting in non-residential buildings, including offices, industrial facilities, hotels, schools and other commercial properties.
The aim of the directive is to improve the energy performance of buildings, reduce operating costs and increase transparency regarding the performance of technical building systems.
What does this mean for building owners and operators?
Automatic lighting control becomes mandatory in the following cases:
from 31 December 2027
in buildings where the total rated output of heating, ventilation or air-conditioning systems exceeds 290 kW;
from 31 December 2029
in buildings where the total rated output of systems exceeds 70 kW.
Lighting control systems must enable:
- zone-based control;
- presence detection;
- automatic light level adjustment based on daylight;
- compliance with criteria related to the Smart Readiness Indicator (SRI) requirements.
Key risks for building owners
For many property owners and facility managers, the directive introduces several practical risks:
lack of clarity as to whether the existing lighting system complies with upcoming requirements;
fragmented or outdated control solutions that cannot be effectively upgraded;
non-compliance may result in unplanned additional investments;
increasing energy costs due to inefficient or uncontrolled lighting.
As the deadlines approach, ensuring compliance may become more complex and costly.
Our approach
We support building owners and operators in assessing, designing and implementing controlled lighting solutions that help meet the requirements of EU Directive 2024/1275 in a practical and cost-effective way.
Our solutions focus on:
- selecting appropriate lighting control systems based on actual building use and technical conditions;
- implementing zoning, presence detection and daylight-based control;
- ensuring long-term energy efficiency and operational reliability;
- providing scalable and future-ready systems.
The impact of the new requirements on a building and the compliance of existing lighting systems often require a separate assessment. An early review helps support informed decisions and avoid unnecessary costs.
Would you like to learn more or discuss your building? Contact us.