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LED + SSL

Jim Brodrick on OLED

Feb 02, 2017

Republication of Postings from the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) Solid-State Lighting Program by Jim Brodrick, SSL Program Manager, U.S. Department of Energy A few months ago, we devoted a…

Energy + Environment

Best Practices for Lighting Retrofits

Feb 01, 2017

The Northwest Lighting Network recently published a short list of best practices for lighting retrofits provided by senior lighting specialist Jeff Anderson. He says to be comprehensive about the retrofit.…

Research

Study: LED Lighting Can Preserve Natural Taste of Milk

Jan 31, 2017

New LED lights that are being installed in milk display cases across the country do more than just reduce energy bills — they also help milk taste better, Virginia Tech…

Products + Technology

Product Monday: GeoPak LED Outdoor Architectural Wallpack by Hubbell Lighting

Jan 30, 2017

Hubbell Lighting’s GeoPak architectural LED wallpack series is now available in a wide variety of made to order configurations through the Hubbell Outdoor Brand. With a compact housing, it is…

Lighting Industry, Research

Color Study Challenges CRI

Jan 27, 2017

Below is one of my contributions to the January issue of tED Magazine, the official publication of the NAED. Reprinted with permission. The room and objects used for the color…

Awards

The City of Aalborg Wins 2016 City.People.Light Award

Jan 26, 2017

The city of Aalborg, Denmark was awarded the first prize of the 14th annual City.People.Light award for its innovative “House of Music Area” urban regeneration project. ÅF lighting, the company…

Construction + Economy, Research

Study: Architects Want More Digital Support, Good Advice, Transparency from Manufacturers

Jan 25, 2017

Architects are calling on manufacturers of building products and materials to advance their digital capabilities, as well as their ability to consult and advise customers in the many phases of…

Events

LIGHTFAIR International 2017 to Feature Expanded Curriculum

Jan 24, 2017

LIGHTFAIR International (LFI) 2017 offers an all-new Conference curriculum spanning the spectrum of contemporary theory and practice. The Conference program includes 77 courses totaling more than 190 education hours at…

Products + Technology

Product Monday: Focus Wall Slot by Focal Point

Jan 23, 2017

Focal Point’s Focus Wall Slot is a low-profile perimeter luminaire that fully conceals the indirect optics, creating the appearance of a floating ceiling while illuminating walls. Infinite lengths combined with…

Awards

2017 IES Illumination Awards Accepting Submissions

Jan 20, 2017

Submissions are now being accepted for the IES’ 2017 Illumination Awards program via the Illumination Awards portal. The deadline is February 17, 2017. The entry fee is $125 per project.…

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Events

IES26: The Lighting Conference

Denver, CO

August 13-15, 2026

CEDIA Expo / Commercial Integrator Expo

Denver, CO

September 1-4, 2026

ArchLIGHT Summit

Dallas, TX

September 15 -16, 2026

DALI Alliance North America Summit + Technical Training 2026 (co-located with ArchLIGHT Summit)

Dallas, TX

September 16-17, 2026

ALA Conference 2026

Tucson, AZ

September 27-29, 2026

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