The International Dark-Sky Association (IDA) released the “Artificial Light at Night: State of the Science 2022” report, earlier this month. It is a high-level overview of the best scientific understanding of how artificial light at night affects the nighttime environment. It finds the world transformed by electric light in less than 150 years since its introduction.
David Shiller
NEMA Publishes Recommendations For Standby Power Measurements For LED Drivers
The National Electrical Manufacturers Association (NEMA) published a new white paper NEMA LS 20003-2021 Standby Power Measurements for LED Drivers—Recommended Allowances for Feature Sets Other Than Lighting, for LED driver manufacturers and testing laboratories.
Twelve Interesting Products & Trends From LightFair 2022
David Shiller shares his top product and trends finds at LightFair 2022.
Construction + Economy, Lighting Industry
Chinese Trade Rebounds In May With Eased COVID Restrictions
China’s trade growth rebounded in May after COVID restrictions that shut down Shanghai and other industrial centers began to ease.
2022 Dark Sky Awards Now Taking Submissions
The International Dark-Sky Association (IDA) is now accepting nomination submissions for their 2022 Awards & Recognition Program.
2022 IES Progress Report Now Accepting Submissions
The IES is looking for significant new advancements in lighting products, research, publications, and design tools from the past year.
Philanthropy & Community Service
Nuckolls Fund Distributes $130,500 In Grants For 2022
In March, The Nuckolls Fund announced its 2022 Fund recipients. A total of $130,500 was awarded for 2022.
Product Monday: Luminis’s Lumiquad Columns & Bollards
I have to admit that I love the distinctive illuminated circle with the subtle “X” that are created by the Lumiquad LQ641 columns and Lumiquad LQ427 bollards, by Luminis, an Acuity Brand.
California Bill Would Ban Some Plastic & Styrofoam Packaging If Enacted
The American Lighting Association (ALA) has alerted its members to AB 2026, a bill addressing product packaging in California.
Construction + Economy, Legislation + Regulation
Distributors Report Infrastructure Law Funds Flowing
A recent survey by Electrical Wholesaling of the Top 150 electrical distributor chains, revealed that Infrastructure Law funds are beginning to be spent in the electrical market.
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