David Shiller

A “half silver bulb” can also be called half chrome, half gold, silver bowl, silver crown, or silver tipped. It refers to a light bulb with a reflective metal coating covering the top half of the bulb. This coating redirects light upwards into the fixture and then back down, reducing glare and creating a softer, [...]

DarkSky International has announced significant updates to its DarkSky Approved Luminaires program, a globally recognized certification initiative aimed at combating the escalating crisis of light pollution. Originally launched in 2002 as the Fixture Seal of Approval, the program has evolved into a trusted benchmark for manufacturers and consumers seeking lighting solutions that protect the nighttime [...]

  It’s less than two weeks until LightFair in Las Vegas, NV. I’m looking forward to it, but not just for the trade show. I’ll also be part of two presentations on topics that I think are important. In each conference sessions, I get to co-present with an industry friend and veteran lighting consultant. Wednesday, [...]

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 [...]

Researchers at Ritsumeikan University in Japan as well as Colorado State University have developed a groundbreaking method that achieves complete breakdown of perfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), commonly known as “forever chemicals,” using visible LED light at room temperature. This innovation represents an important advance in environmental remediation and sustainable fluorine recycling, addressing one of the most [...]

  In LEED v5, lighting environment is a key focus, with options for reducing glare and improving daylight access, and a new “Lighting Environment” credit. This credit allows projects to earn points by implementing strategies like reducing solar glare, minimizing artificial light glare, and maximizing daylight access. Additionally, the new “Connecting with Nature” credit, which was previously a [...]

  The magazine Designers Today asked lighting manufacturers at High Point Market what were some of their best-performing categories. The answers highlight key categories and product preferences driving demand in the decorative lighting sector, as shared by industry leaders. Key Categories Driving Sales Portable Lighting: Table and floor lamps are experiencing a surge in popularity [...]

  The role of Z-Wave in the smart home industry is evolving, particularly in light of the emergence of Matter, a new universal standard for smart home connectivity. Z-Wave, once a dominant protocol for connecting Internet of Things (IoT) devices, has faced challenges in maintaining relevance as consumer preferences shift toward simpler, hub-free solutions. Z-Wave’s [...]

Researchers have achieved a groundbreaking milestone by transforming laser light into a supersolid—a quantum state that exhibits both crystalline solid structure and frictionless fluid flow. Published in Nature, this work marks the first time light has been manipulated into such a state, offering new avenues for quantum research and photonic technologies. What Is a Supersolid? [...]