LightNOW has learned that Architectural Record appears to be about to lose the AIA media contract, which is due to expire at the end of 2010. The American Institute of Architects has chosen Hanley Wood, LLC to begin negotiating development of an integrated media approach (print, online, digital, convention/meetings) for the AIA’s official publication and [...]
Craig DiLouie
Energy + Environment, Legislation + Regulation
Death and Taxes
Below is my column for the Jan/Feb issue of Illuminate, for your consideration. Note that Jan/Feb is my last issue as editor at large. From here on out, I will not be leading the magazine as its editor but instead contributing it to as a staff writer. This was on my request … Death and [...]
Renaissance Lighting Launches Newly Enhanced Website
LED downlight manufacturer Renaissance Lighting has launched its newly redesigned website with improved navigation and new features to improve and enhance the customer experience. New enhancements include more in-depth product information and product photography, a new installation showcase and case studies section, plus a full manufacturer rep and distributor directory. Check it out here.
Controls, Products + Technology
Controls Friday: Litecontrol’s CS/us for Small Offices, Conference Rooms and Stairways/Corridors
The trend of integrating luminaires with lighting controls continues with CS/us (ultrasonic occupancy sensing), Litecontrol’s new solution for small offices and stairways. The luminaire-integrated CS/us pendant system is available in the company’s Arcos and Arcos ID and provides assurance that the luminaire will be switched off when the room is vacant. Light levels can be [...]
Average Commercial kWh Rate at $0.1051 in September 2009
According to the latest Department of Energy figures, the U.S. average commercial cost per kWh of electric energy to commercial end-users was 10.51 cents as of September 2009, down 2.4% from the same period in 2008. Overall, net generation in the United States dropped by 3% percent from September 2008 to September 2009. Get the [...]
Education + Resources, LED + SSL
7th Annual DOE SSL R&D Workshop to be Held Feb 2-4
The Department of Energy has announced that its “Transformations in Lighting” 2010 DOE Solid-State Lighting R&D Workshop will be held in Raleigh, NC on February 2–4, 2010. This is the seventh annual SSL R&D Workshop, which has become a real who’s who gathering of lighting researchers. The results of this workshop informs research agendas in [...]
Title 24-2008 is Now in Effect
Title 24- 2008 became effective as California’s new energy code as of January 1, 2010. Learn more about Title 24 and download it here.
LightNOW Post on New York City Energy Legislation Generating Great Debate
Some great debate and dialogue going on in my earlier post about New York City’s new legislation requiring existing buildings to upgrade their lighting. What’s your opinion? Check it out here.
Education + Resources, LED + SSL
Register Now for LEDucation IV in New York City
Registration is now open for LEDucation IV, where you can learn about solid state lighting in engaging sessions as well as see products in exhibits by more than 70 LED, OLED, microplasma and control manufacturers. The event will be held Wednesday, March 3, 2010 between 1-9PM at the Hotel Pennsylvania in New York City. Click [...]
Cree Announces Record Earnings
Cree released its earnings for the second quarter of fiscal year 2010, announcing a record revenue of $199.5 million. This represents a 35% increase compared to revenue of $147.6 million reported for the second fiscal quarter last year and an 18% increase compared to the first quarter of fiscal 2010. See the complete announcement here.
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