SLR Regulation (Single Lighting Regulation)

The SLR Regulation, officially known as the Single Lighting Regulation (EU) 2019/2020, is a European ecodesign directive that sets requirements for the energy efficiency and sustainability of light sources and separate control gear. This regulation has been in effect since September 2021 and aims to reduce energy consumption and promote environmentally friendly lighting technologies. citeturn0search4

A key aspect of the SLR is the redefinition of the term "light source." This now includes electrical products that emit white light, such as lamps, modules, and luminaires with fully integrated components. There is no longer a distinction between modules, lamps, and luminaires; instead, the regulation refers only to light sources. citeturn0search1

The SLR sets minimum requirements for energy efficiency. Products that do not meet these requirements will be gradually phased out. For example, since September 2021, certain halogen lamps and compact fluorescent lamps have been banned from the EU market. From September 2023, this also applies to T8 fluorescent lamps in the standard lengths of 600 mm, 1200 mm, and 1500 mm. citeturn0search4

In addition to the SLR, there is the Energy Label Regulation (ELR) (EU) 2019/2015, which introduces new energy efficiency labels for light sources. The labels have been rescaled from the previous A++ to E classification to an A to G scale to provide clearer insight into the energy performance of products. citeturn0search1

These regulations are part of the European Union's efforts to improve energy efficiency and accelerate the transition to more sustainable lighting technologies.