Green Star FAQs

Yes. Project teams may use the following metrics for both analogue and digital forms of dimmable and non-dimmable LED lighting to demonstrate that LED fittings within the project are flicker-free. 

Acceptable flicker metrics:

Short Term Light Modulation (PstLM) <= 1.0

Stroboscopic Visibility Measure (SVM) <= 0.4

These metrics have been deemed appropriate at this time for residential and commercial office projects, with the understanding that ongoing research into acceptability levels may result in a more stringent limit being recommended in the future.

Documentation Requirements:

Please provide the following in your submission:

• Evidence demonstrating the above metrics have been achieved
• In speculative or cold shell projects: A Tenancy Fitout Guide outlining all procured LED lights need to meet the above flicker metrics.
• In speculative or cold shell projects: Co-signed agreement between the building owner and tenant committing to the conditions of the Tenant Fitout Guide.
• All other documentation requirements as per the submission guidelines.
• A copy of this response.

For all other projects types, a Technical Question must be submitted to justify any proposed limits for both SVM and PStLM criteria.

In speculative or cold shell projects, a formal commitment should be provided from the tenants that LED lighting will be procured to meet the below metrics. Refer to the Fitout Scope Guidance Document for more information. 

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