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Controls, Daylighting

Smart Lighting & Shading Maximize Natural Light & Wellbeing

  By Brent Protzman, Ph.D., Director of Product Management for Commercial Shades, Lutron Electronics The commercial real estate market today looks very different than five years ago. As the occupancy rates that dipped during the pandemic rise again, property owners are discovering that tenants want sustainable and efficient spaces, as well as an amenity-rich and [...]

Controls, Lighting Design

Why Smart, Wireless Lighting Is The Key To Elevated Design

By Chris Udall, senior product manager for commercial business, Lutron Electronics. The future of commercial lighting is wireless. As control systems evolve, smart wireless solutions are redefining what’s possible—building owners and facility managers have come to expect lighting that enhances the occupant experience and delivers seamless performance. Wireless lighting and control can help meet and [...]

Events

Update On Three Lighting Trade Shows

  CANADA LIGHT EXPO 2025 Dates:  November 12-13, 2025 Location: International Centre, Toronto, Canada Focuses of the show include: Architectural Lighting Landscape Lighting Smart Lighting Energy Efficient | Sustainable Lighting Human Centric Lighting High End Decorative Lighting Horticulture Lighting Healthcare Lighting Over 75 exhibitors and conference educational sessions. One highlight will be Keynote Speaker Douglas Steel [...]

Construction + Economy, Lighting Industry

How Tariffs & Supply Chain Chaos Are Shaping The M&A Market

By Derek Bobbitt and Geoff Ling, Merrimack Group The first 100 days of the new U.S. administration have been tumultuous to say the least. The tariff war has caused major disruption to supply chains, caused significant stock market volatility, and stoked fears of inflation and recession. For lighting business owners, this environment has introduced a [...]

Lighting Industry, Research

Blue Light Linked To Increased Kidney Stones In Rats

A recent study conducted by researchers at Shanghai Jiao Tong University School of Medicine has uncovered a potential link between blue light exposure and an increased risk of kidney stone formation, raising important questions about the health impacts of modern lighting and screen use. Kidney stones are a growing global health concern, traditionally associated with [...]

Construction + Economy, Legislation + Regulation

Judge Orders Administration To Restore IIJA & IRA Funding

  A federal judge has ordered the Trump administration to immediately reinstate funding previously awarded under the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) and the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA), after President Trump froze these disbursements on his first day back in office. The ruling, delivered by Judge Mary McElroy of the U.S. District Court for [...]

Lighting Design, Resources

Fundamentals Of Energy Efficient Lighting And Controls

The Association of Energy Engineers (AEE) has announced the release of a new book, Fundamentals of Energy Efficient Lighting and Controls, now available through the AEE Bookstore. This comprehensive guide is designed to support lighting practitioners, architects, engineers, facility managers, energy consultants, and students in navigating the rapidly evolving landscape of lighting technology, controls, and [...]

Energy + Environment, Lighting Industry

ESCOs Evolve: System Upgrades, Resiliency, & Electrification

The core mission of achieving energy savings remains central to the relationship between institutional and commercial facilities and Energy Service Companies (ESCOs). However, facilities are constantly evolving due to various factors like maintenance issues, climate change, and occupancy shifts. While ESCOs have existed for around 40 years, the industry continues to adapt to meet these [...]

Energy + Environment, Legislation + Regulation

Brazil Eliminated Daylight Savings Time; Now Reconsidering

  Brazil is reconsidering its decision to eliminate daylight saving time (DST) due to climate change-related energy challenges. In 2019, former President Jair Bolsonaro ended the practice, promising a “permanent” solution to clock confusion. However, recent energy emergencies and the prospect of more to come have prompted a reevaluation of this decision. The elimination of [...]

Light + Health

Product Monday: SunBooster, NIR Light Therapy Device

SunLED Life Science is set to unveil SunBooster, an innovative Near-Infrared (NIR) light therapy device, at CES 2025. This product aims to address the health concerns associated with prolonged indoor living, by bringing benefits of natural sunlight to indoor environments. Key Features of SunBooster SunBooster is designed to attach easily to computer monitors and laptops, [...]

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