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NYC Bills Would Tackle Light Pollution & Other Bird Hazards
Dark Sky, Legislation + Regulation

NYC Bills Would Tackle Light Pollution & Other Bird Hazards

Nov 25, 2024

On October 23, 2024, two significant bills were introduced aimed at protecting New York City’s bird population. These initiatives are part of a legislative package known as “Flaco’s Laws,” named…

Micro-LED, Augmented Reality Contact Lenses
LED + SSL, Products + Technology

Micro-LED, Augmented Reality Contact Lenses

Nov 22, 2024

Mojo Vision, a California-based company, has been developing smart augmented reality (AR) contact lenses since 2015. In June 2022, they successfully demonstrated a functioning prototype of their “Mojo Lens,” marking…

NRF Forecasts ~3% Growth In Holiday Retail Sales
Products + Technology

NRF Forecasts ~3% Growth In Holiday Retail Sales

Nov 21, 2024

  The National Retail Federation (NRF) has released its forecast for the 2024 winter holiday shopping season, projecting steady growth in consumer spending. According to the NRF, holiday spending is…

Evolving High Output LED Filament Lamps
Products + Technology

Evolving High Output LED Filament Lamps

Nov 20, 2024

There are indications that high output LED filament lamps are gaining in popularity as HID lamp replacements, as well as LED corn cob replacements. More manufacturers are offering them, and…

Impact Of Light On Myopia
Light + Health

Impact Of Light On Myopia

Nov 19, 2024

  The current knowledge about the impact of light on myopia development is extensive: Light Intensity and Outdoor Exposure Outdoor light exposure has been consistently linked to a reduced risk…

DOE Issues NOPR On General Service Lamps Test Procedures
Legislation + Regulation

DOE Issues NOPR On General Service Lamps Test Procedures

Nov 18, 2024

  The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has issued a pre-publication Federal Register notice of proposed rulemaking (NOPR) pertaining to test procedures for general service lamps (GSLs) proposing several clarifications. Specifically, DOE…

Do It Best Seeks To Acquire True Value
Lighting Industry

Do It Best Seeks To Acquire True Value

Nov 15, 2024

  The pending acquisition of True Value by Do it Best represents a significant consolidation in the hardware industry. Here’s a summary of the current status: Bankruptcy Filing and Sale…

Growth In Smart Homes & Key Trends
Controls

Growth In Smart Homes & Key Trends

Nov 14, 2024

According to a recent report by Berg Insight, the smart home market in Europe and North America is experiencing significant growth, with 126.2 million smart homes recorded in 2023. North…

Trends In LED Neon Signs
Lighting Design, Products + Technology

Trends In LED Neon Signs

Nov 13, 2024

LED neon signs are growing in popularity and versatility in interior design. Eco-Friendly and Energy-Efficient Designs Custom LED neon signs are becoming increasingly popular due to their eco-friendly energy efficiency.…

Looking Ahead To LightFair 2025
Events, Lighting Industry

Looking Ahead To LightFair 2025

Nov 12, 2024

  LightFair 2025 will be held in Las Vegas, NV, May 4-8, 2025. With LightFair 2025 six months away, it is interesting to take a look at the number of…

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LEDucation 2025

New York, NY

March 18 - 19, 2025

High Point Market

High Point, NC

April 26 - 30, 2025

LightFair 2025

Las Vegas, NV

May 4 - 8, 2025

International Landscape Lighting Institute 2025 Reunion and Symposium

Nashville, TN

May 16 & 17, 2025

Lightovation – Dallas Market Center

Dallas, TX

June 18 - 21, 2024

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