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Kurt Versen Launches New Website

May 05, 2011

Manufacturer Kurt Versen recently announced the launch of its new website. Highlights include: * Three search methods (product criteria, keyword, classic Kurt Versen electronic catalog) * New comparison feature *…

Energy + Environment

Department of Energy Announces Record-Setting 5.8% Decline in Total U.S. Greenhouse Gas Emissions in 2009

May 04, 2011

Total U.S. greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions were 6,576 million metric tons carbon dioxide equivalent (MMTCO2e) in 2009, a decrease of 5.8% from the 2008 level, according to Emissions of Greenhouse…

Education + Resources, LED + SSL

Department of Energy Posts Free 2011 SSL R&D Workshop Report

May 04, 2011

The Department of Energy has published the summary report from the 2011 DOE Solid-State Lighting (SSL) R&D Workshop, held February 1–3 in San Diego, California. A PDF copy of the…

People

People: Cree Names Bruce Renouard Senior Vice President Global Sales

May 04, 2011

Cree, Inc. announced that Bruce Renouard has joined the company as senior vice president—sales and business development. In this newly created position, Renouard will be responsible for sales of LED…

Education + Resources, Events

IES Announces Call for Papers for 2011 Conference

May 04, 2011

The Illuminating Engineering Society has announced a Call for Papers for its 2011 annual conference to be held October 30-November 1, 2011 at the Hilton Austin Hotel in Austin, TX.…

Lighting Industry

Tech Lighting Now on Facebook

May 03, 2011

Tech Lighting has announced that it is now on Facebook. Visit and “like.”

Products + Technology

Product Monday: EverLast Induction Lighting and CLTC Introduce The BioLume Series

May 02, 2011

In collaboration with the California Lighting Technology Center (CLTC) at UC Davis, EverLast Induction Lighting, a product of Full Spectrum Solutions, introduces The BioLume Series. The new patent-pending lighting series…

Lighting Industry

Amerlux Announces New Facility in China

May 02, 2011

Amerlux has announced the February 15 opening of Guangzhou Amerlux Lighting Solutions Co. Ltd., the company’s new facility in China, as well as a Hong Kong sales office. The new…

Construction + Economy, Research

Interest in Kitchens and Bathrooms Beginning to Build, According to AIA Study

Apr 29, 2011

Residential architects are reporting that business conditions are stabilizing and there is a healthy demand for remodeling and renovation projects. These findings are from the American Institute of Architects (AIA)…

People

People: Fulham Announces Marketing Director Jay Matsueda

Apr 28, 2011

Fulham Co, Inc. has appointed Jay Matsueda as Director of Marketing responsible for product launches, sales support, public relations, promotions, collateral development, packaging enhancements, research and related marketing and advertising…

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