Industry News
NEMA Publishes C137.9-2025: NLC Systems Configuration Report
In March 2025, the National Electrical Manufacturers Association (NEMA) published the ANSI/NEMA C137.9-2025 standard, titled “Networked Lighting Control Systems Configuration Report.” This new standard was developed through the efforts of…
Streetlight Claims 250 Lm/W
Chinese manufacturer, EXC Technology, claims to have surpassed the 250 lumens per watt (lm/W) efficiency barrier—a significant milestone in the pursuit of more energy-efficient outdoor lighting. The company, based…
Researchers Find UV Light Reduces Bird-Building Collisions
Bird-building collisions are a significant issue, causing millions of bird deaths annually as birds fail to recognize glass windows as barriers. Recent research and technological advancements highlight the potential of…
Product Monday: Govee’s Strip Light With Skyline Kit
Govee has introduced its latest home lighting innovation, the Strip Light with Skyline Kit, designed to transform ordinary living spaces into dynamic, visually engaging environments. The standout feature of the…
ANSI C137.10 Increases Resiliency Of Outdoor Lighting
The ANSI 137.10 standard enhances outdoor lighting resilience by addressing interoperability and infrastructure durability during extreme weather events. Developed by the National Electrical Manufacturers Association (NEMA), this standard establishes unified…
IES Announces Three Recently Approved Revised Standards
The IES has announced the approval of three recently revised standards: ANSI/IES RP-8-25 Recommended Practice: Lighting Roadway and Parking Facilities This Recommended Practice is a compilation of lighting design techniques…
“SUPERWOOD” Stronger, Lighter, & More Sustainable Than Steel
InventWood, a Maryland-based company, is pioneering a revolutionary building material called SUPERWOOD that promises to transform the construction industry by combining exceptional strength with sustainability. Patented in 2018 by Dr.…
How US-China Tariff Reprieve Affects The Lighting Industry
The recent 90-day tariff reprieve between the U.S. and China, announced last week, marks a significant but temporary easing of trade tensions that have deeply affected the lighting industry and…
Nano-Engineered Eu3+-Based Phosphor Claims 10-20% Higher LPW
Seaborough B.V., a Netherlands-based leader in nano-engineered downconverters, and Luminus Devices have announced a partnership to bring the world’s first LEDs with nano-engineered Eu3+-based phosphor to market, on a commercial…
World’s Largest 3D-Printing Factory Opens In Florida
Haddy, a pioneering large-scale digital manufacturing company, has inaugurated what is being described as the world’s largest and most advanced 3D-printing microfactory. Located in St. Petersburg, Florida, this state-of-the-art…
Contact
The LightNOW blog and newsletter are produced by Editor Suelynn Shiller
Lighting Solution Development
7889 River Hill Lane, Alexandria, PA 16611-2604