New Report Reveals Consumer Attitudes Toward Smart Lighting Adjustments

A new white paper from Parks Associates, developed in partnership with Schneider Electric, highlights consumer behavior around managing energy use with smart home devices — including smart lighting.

According to survey data presented in the report, 54% of smart lighting owners are willing to adjust their lighting during peak energy periods themselves, while just 29% would allow a utility or original equipment manufacturer (OEM) to do so remotely.

Source: Parks Associates

The data suggests that lighting remains a uniquely personal and manual domain, with device owners expressing greater comfort managing lighting themselves than relinquishing control to outside entities. This trend is consistent across device categories, though smart thermostats show the highest willingness for both self- and utility-controlled adjustments.

The findings are part of a broader look at the evolving landscape of Home Energy Management Systems (HEMS), which the report identifies as critical infrastructure for optimizing energy consumption. As electrification expands and consumers invest in solar, EVs, and storage, coordinated control — including lighting — will be key to maximizing both individual savings and grid resilience.