With an eye toward achieving company-wide carbon neutrality by 2030, lighting and controls manufacturer Leviton has announced that its Tualatin, Oregon facility has achieved carbon neutrality. The next goal the company intends to achieve is to become Net Zero by 2050. The term “carbon neutral” means that any CO2 released into the atmosphere by a…
By Line Goyette We discussed lighting trends with Sam Rabinowitz, CEO of LANTANA LED, who is a champion of sustainable lighting for data centers. His company’s fixtures, powered by distributed low-voltage systems, offer enhanced energy efficiency and reliability. Rabinowitz emphasizes collaborative efforts in driving sustainability. LANTANA LED’s latest product lines, such as Illucent and Neoteric,…
June 4, 2024 By Robert Lanteigne Architectural lighting control is a fundamental aspect of modern building design, influencing both the aesthetic appeal and functional efficiency of spaces. Proper control over lighting enhances the architectural features, creates desired atmospheres, and can significantly impact energy consumption. In this detailed article, we will explore various aspects of architectural…
June 3rd, 2024 Honoring Outstanding Achievements in Lighting Design in 2024 The Designers Lighting Forum of New York (DLFNY) is excited to announce the opening of submissions for the inaugural Beacon Awards, honoring exceptional achievements in lighting design. Submissions are open from Monday, June 3, 2024, until September 4, 2024. The awards ceremony will be…
June 3rd, 2024 Current is pleased to announce the appointment of Shannon Thomas as the new Vice President of Marketing and Drew Roberts as the Regional Vice President of Sales for the Southeast Region, both effective June 3rd. Shannon Thomas brings a wealth of expertise and a visionary approach to help drive the company’s strategic…
Summary Background: Design Innovation: Challenges Overcome: Sustainable Success: Background How does a global investment firm reimagine its corporate headquarters? For the BlackRock team, it started with an ambitious goal— co-locate its 4,000 New York City employees from three separate offices into a single, one-million-square-foot headquarters in Manhattan’s Hudson Yards, designed around one of the company’s…
Kenall Manufacturing has expanded its offering of “virtually impenetrable” correctional lighting with the new Mighty Mac® HXSS. Along with the Mighty Mac SSAS, CCS and WCBHS, the HXSS is part of a family of unique, completely doorless luminaires designed to prevent inmate access into the lighting, deterring weaponization of components and promoting the safety and…
The Ketra full spectrum D2 recessed LED downlights from Lutron are available in fixed, adjustable, and wall-wash options to complete any lighting design project. Using a system of interchangeable parts and components, each D2 downlight can be customized to meet the design and architectural needs of the space in which it lives. No other light source more…
Focal Point has launched the decorative Lia acoustic pendant light. Available with nominal diameters of 3′, 4′, and 5′ and heights of 12″ and 18″, the Lia pendant light are ideal for environments where striking visuals and sound dampening are desired. This includes collaboration hubs, gathering points, entrance lobbies, or hospitality areas. Coordinate housing and canopy paint color. Acoustic material…
LEOTEK has added a 2200K and 2700K version to its GreenCobra Series streetlights. With the addition of the 2200K and 2700K color temperatures, the GreenCobra Series streetlights now provide a nostalgic ambiance reminiscent of traditional HPS lights. This ensures familiarity and ease of transition for communities accustomed to the warm glow of traditional lighting. Different…
LIGHTGLASS is a simulated window, an architectural element that brings the experience of a daylit window into any space. The patented, prefabricated UL-listed lighting system designed to resemble a window, integrates advanced technology and high-quality materials to deliver superior lighting performance. Engineered for both aesthetic appeal and functionality, LIGHTGLASS is nearly indiscernible from a real…
Lighting for healthcare spaces is a balancing act. Providers require functionality; patients need visual comfort; common spaces need to be aesthetically pleasing; everything needs to be cleanable for infection control plus easy to maintain. But all these individual needs support the one overarching goal – wellness. Axis Lighting has risen to the challenge with the…
The newest product from the UtilityGenius team is now live, with three instances of the UtilityGenius Commercial Storefront available in New York’s Con Edison, Orange & Rockland, as well as Philadelphia’s PECO territories and more storefronts to come. In this online storefront, Con Edison, Orange & Rockland, and PECO commercial customers can purchase LED lighting products from…
Trends that Reflect Broader Industry Movements Towards Sustainability, Energy Efficiency, And Technological Integration Following the publication of the 2020 U.S. Lighting Market Characterization report and a summary in our previous issue, we looked closely at what characterizes the commercial lighting market. The report offers a detailed analysis of the commercial lighting market, emphasizing significant trends,…
The new Tierra IGF family ingrades from Hydrel is made for distinctive locations. The uplight fixture offers higher delivered lumens, more color temperatures, and more options than the average ingrade – in a compact design. The Tierra IGF Series defines modern lighting design with superior performance and long-lasting finishes. Features Products For indoor or outdoor…
Legrand’s lighting control brand, Vantage, today announced it has partnered with WALL-SMART®, a leader in flush wall mount solutions. This partnership enables WALL-SMART to seamlessly flush-mount Vantage keypads into any space, providing a clean and sophisticated look while maximizing functionality. Together, they provide a complete and aesthetically pleasing design and user experience for new construction and solid…