Industry News
Interview: Chris Wolgamott On LLLC-HVAC Integration
One of the most interesting conversations that I had at LightFair, this year, was discussing lighting-HVAC integration with Chris Wolgamott, Principal Product Manager, Technology & Product Management, at the…
DARPA Sends Wireless Power A Record Distance
Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA) Persistent Optical Wireless Energy Relay (POWER) program is bringing futuristic visions closer to reality by achieving record-setting results in long-distance, wirelessly beamed power.…
Video Podcast About Fluorescent Lamp Bans
I recently had the pleasure of appearing on the The Project Advantage video podcast with Neil Peterson, CEO of LED Lighting Supply. The episode is titled, Fluorescent Light Ban:…
A 21st Century Update To Morse Code Between Ships
Glamox, a leading global lighting company, has introduced a novel method of naval communication, drawing inspiration from Morse code but updating it for the twenty-first century. This breakthrough was officially…
Q2 2025 Acquisitions
Here is a quick summary of 11 acquisitions and four closures / liquidations, in the second quarter of 2025: Fagerhult acquires Trato TLV Group. Details here. Utopia Lighting files for…
New Color Rendition Metric Proposed For Color Mixing Sources
In a recent research paper titled “A New Way to Understand the Color Rendition Performance of Multi-Primary Light Sources” published in Leukos, the researchers introduce a novel approach to…
NEMRA Launches “Built Local. Backed By NEMRA.” Campaign
The National Electrical Manufacturers Representatives Association (NEMRA) has launched a new initiative titled “Built Local. Backed by NEMRA.” This campaign is more than just a marketing effort; it represents…
Solar Streetlight Adoption In Augusta, GA
Augusta, Georgia has launched its first large-scale deployment of solar-powered streetlights along Windsor Spring Road, marking a significant step in the city’s efforts to modernize infrastructure and promote sustainability. This…
How The “One Big Beautiful Bill” Impacts EV Chargers
The passage of the “One Big Beautiful Bill” (OBBB) will significantly impact the landscape for electric vehicle (EV) charging infrastructure. Here’s a breakdown of the key impacts: Reduced Incentives: The OBBB…
Current Expands & Improves U.S. Distribution Capabilities
Current, a leading manufacturer of commercial and industrial lighting and controls, has made a major expansion to its U.S. distribution capabilities. The growth marks a significant step in Current’s…
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