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ArchLIGHT Summit Announcements
ArchLIGHT Summit is a two-day commercial and architectural lighting event dedicated to delivering a dynamic, interactive, inclusive and collaborative experience for lighting designers and specifiers, interior designers, architects and other…
China’s Share Of U.S. Imports Dropping Sharply
China’s share of U.S. imports has been declining sharply over the past six years. The all time high was 21.6% in 2017. The first four months of 2023 fell…
LEDucation 2024 Opens Call For Speakers
LEDucation has put out a call-for-speakers for the 2024 conference. They are currently accepting speaking proposals through September 1, 2023, for the 2024 educational program. The 2024 Trade Show…
Shape-Projecting Headlights From Hyundai Mobis
Several headlight manufacturers have demonstrated shape-projecting headlights. The latest to do so is Hyundai Mobis, a parts provider controlled by Hyundai. The goal is to improve nighttime driving…
The Emergence Of AC COB Tape Light
Chinese factories have begun producing line voltage (120VAC) COB tape light after a couple years of promises that it was coming. AC COB tape light has all of the…
The Evolution Of CEA Crops
The types of crops grown indoors are evolving as agricultural technology advances and the demand for local food increases across North America. Crops typically grown in Controlled Environment Agriculture…
Electrification Impacts On Lighting, Part 7: State & Municipal Fines
At LightFair, I was part of a panel presenting the impacts of electrification on the lighting industry. This is the final article, Part 7, of the series. Dozens of states…
What Lighting Manufacturers And Designers Should Know About LERN
IALD LERN is a new continuing education program that will connect professionals involved in lighting design and specification with high-quality design education. IALD is seeking partners to become early…
Electrification Impacts On Lighting, Part 6: Advanced Lighting Controls
At LightFair, I was part of a panel presenting the impacts of electrification on the lighting industry. This article is Part 6 of the series. In Part 3 of…
US DOE Proposes New Ceiling Fan Efficiency Standards
The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has issued a pre-publication Federal Register notice of proposed rulemaking (NOPR) and an announcement of a public meeting about DOE’s proposed new and…
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