The third edition of UL 8802, Outline of Investigation for Germicidal Systems, introduces a new Part IV to the Standard. This section addresses retrofit kits that facilitate replacement of the light source of a General Lighting Service luminaire with a UV LED emitter assembly. For this product type, risk of UV overexposure is mitigated by the exclusive use of UV LED sources that are classified as “risk group exempt” in accordance with criteria in IEC 62471.
Craig DiLouie
Million LED Challenge in Full Swing
Are you aware of the Million LED Challenge in California? This program is a collaborative effort by the University of California, California State University, California Community Colleges, and the California State Department of General Services. It recently expanded to include options for converting linear fluorescent lighting to LED.
DesignLights Consortium Releases Update to Technical Requirements for Horticultural Lighting
The DesignLights Consortium (DLC) recently released the final version of its updated Technical Requirements for Horticultural Lighting (Version 2.1). Scheduled to take effect September 1, the new policy establishes Qualified Products List (QPL) eligibility for three additional product types, and reflects changes made in response to stakeholder comments received this spring.
IES Webinar: Light and Health Research Updates from Harvard, Mt. Sinai, Stanford, and Thomas Jefferson
On July 15, 2021, from 12 – 1:30 PM ET, the Illuminating Engineering Society will host a special webinar providing updates on light and health research from three leading institutions.