Craig DiLouie The 2016 Paris Agreement called for its nearly 200 signatories to join in limiting global warming to an increase of 1.5 degrees Celsius above pre-industrial levels. This would require carbon emissions to be reduced by about half by 2030 and reach net zero by 2050. To reach this goal, the rate of retrofits…
In recent years, libraries have struggled to stay relevant in a digital world. The city of Spokane (Washington) saw an opportunity to reinvent its library system, viewing each as more of a community center and gathering space. Citizens agreed, voting in favor of a bond that would renovate and refresh all libraries in the system….
September 7, 2023 Application LEDlescent™ 360 SELECT™ T8 Ballast-Free, Direct Wire lamps are an energy saving alternative, designed to replace traditional fluorescent high output T8 and T12 signage lamps by bypassing the existing ballast. These sign replacement lamps are made of robust plastic and aluminum, with LEDs on both sides that provide 360° omnidirectional…
September 7, 2023 Why is proper lighting important? When it comes to your garage, having adequate lighting is crucial. Whether you use the space for parking your car, as a workshop, or for storage, good lighting can make a world of difference. It not only enhances visibility but also improves safety and productivity. Introducing MaxLite…
Sorensen to succeed Vice President, Brad Leland who will retire after 16 years of service Leviton recently announced the promotion of Brian Sorensen to Vice President of US Sales, Network Solutions, with an effective start date of September 1, 2023. Sorensen will assume the role from Brad Leland who will retire on January 2, 2024….
September 7, 2023 Recently, the Business Intelligence Group named Atrius®, part of Acuity Brands, Inc., as a Sustainability Leadership Award winner in the 2023 Sustainability Awards program. The Sustainability Awards honor those people, teams and organizations who have made sustainability an integral part of their business practice or overall mission. “We’re honored to be recognized as a…
California-based manufacturer Red Sky Lighting has launched two industrial LED lighting products with ATEX and IECEx certification. The products are designed to meet the needs of hazardous environments and offer increased energy savings and lower maintenance costs. This launch marks a significant milestone for the company as it expands beyond North America and enters the…
The Outdoor Rooftop Box, from Legrand, is an innovative solution that provides convenient access to power on raised rooftop deck environments. Install power access anywhere along a deck’s surface. This rooftop box is perfect for outdoor events or furniture requiring access to power, eliminating the need for extension cords along the decking surface and providing…
Minami-Rokuroshi of Ono City was certified as an Urban Night Sky Place by DarkSky International. This certification is the fourth International Dark Sky Place in Japan and the first Urban Night Sky Place (UNSP) in Asia. “This certification and resulting collaboration will help mitigate light pollution impacts in the area now and into the future,” stated International Dark…
IOTA® introduces the ILBLP CP07 compact emergency driver – delivering advanced emergency performance in a minimal enclosure that is ideal for the limited and shallow compartment spaces in state-of-the art lighting designs. The reduced size of the driver provides an emergency solution that is up to 60% smaller than comparable emergency driver options. The IOTA…
The NX Lighting Controls system from Current unlocks more possibilities to manage buildings efficiently and can now be powered by NX Site Manager, an on-premises enterprise software platform providing real-time programming and management capabilities for NX-connected lighting and smart devices. Additionally, the NX Wall Stations family has been expanded to help lighting pros tackle projects with a host of smart and specialty…
To assist in global and domestic goals for reducing carbon usage and increasing the availability of electrical solutions as , Cleveland-based Eaton is making a significant investment in its North American manufacturing and operations. The company will be expanding its manufacturing to increase the supply of its solutions for customers in utility, commercial, healthcare, industrial…
Starting September 1, Bell & McCoy Lighting and Controls will represent Current™ in the Texas, Oklahoma, Arkansas, Louisiana, Mississippi, Western Tennessee, and Alabama-Florida-Mississippi Panhandle markets for the HLI Brands and GLI Roadway Portfolios (GLI Roadway Portfolio is excluded from Alabama-Florida). This partnership expands upon Bell & McCoy’s representation of Current’s GLI Brands Portfolio in Texas…
A recently released DesignLights Consortium (DLC) study underscores the energy savings potential of networked lighting controls (NLCs) and recommends revising energy-efficiency incentive models to capture the full benefits of controlled lighting. A summary of the study, which emphasizes the value of pairing NLCs with HVAC systems in large commercial buildings, is posted on the DLC…
To reflect the major developments at LEDVANCE over the seven years since its founding, the company has unveiled comprehensive brand repositioning, including a new tagline – “Power Through Light” – that puts LEDVANCE’s three key stakeholders at the forefront: customers, the planet, and employees. LEDVANCE was spun-off from OSRAM in 2016 with a portfolio of…
Espen Technology, a leading manufacturer of indoor, LED lighting solutions, has released its improved VersaLinear™ Channel Retrofit Kits. The kits are now significantly higher efficiency, up to 164 lumens per Watt; emit up to 9,375 lumens per kit; and are available in 1, 2, 3, & 4 modules per driver/kit. These kits are ideal replacements…