NEW SERVICE SPOTLIGHT: ESCO Energy Services Program From GE Lighting

AnneTFM — Thu, 25 Feb 2010 14:27:44 +0000

Through alliances with energy services companies (ESCOs), GE Lighting is continuing its work providing customers with a full-service approach to energy savings.

by AnneTFM

FRIDAY FUNNY: Seeing Wine In A New Light

HeidiTFM — Fri, 19 Feb 2010 15:28:21 +0000

Lighting influences how wine tastes and how much consumers are willing to pay for it, theNLB reports, citing conclusions drawn from a series of three German experiments in which more than 500 people tasted white Riesling wines.

by HeidiTFM

IFMA Foundation Releases Effective Lighting Solutions Guide

HeidiTFM — Tue, 09 Feb 2010 16:43:06 +0000

Available as a free PDF download, Lighting Solutions gives an overview of several keys to lighting initiatives.

by HeidiTFM

An LED New Year’s Eve

AnneTFM — Fri, 11 Dec 2009 15:01:07 +0000

Philips Electronics has participated in lighting the Times Square Ball for 10 years, with a conversion of the numerals (2-0-1-0) to LED technology this year.

by AnneTFM

ASHRAE, IES Look to Change Standard 90.1

HeidiTFM — Mon, 23 Nov 2009 15:43:03 +0000

Requirements to “lighten up” energy use and costs through fenestration, parking lot lighting, and other proposed measures are being recommended for Standard 90.1.

by HeidiTFM

WEIRD WEDNESDAY: This Chair Rocks! (And So Does Its Light!)

HeidiTFM — Wed, 04 Nov 2009 16:14:37 +0000

Rochus Jacob was awarded the first prize for his Murakami Chair which incorporates technology into the skids of the chair to run an OLED light—thereby powering an attached reading lamp with energy generated from its own rocking motion.

by HeidiTFM

West Marine Gains From Lighting Retrofit

AnneTFM — Wed, 04 Nov 2009 15:23:07 +0000

The CA-based boating retailer chose fluorescent lighting fixtures with reflective material when retrofitting one of its distribution centers.

by AnneTFM

NEW SERVICE SPOTLIGHT: Energy Calculator From WattStopper

AnneTFM — Thu, 15 Oct 2009 13:59:11 +0000

Facility managers can access this Web-based tool to calculate potential lighting-related energy savings available with occupancy sensors.

by AnneTFM

School District Implements New Lamp Disposal Process

AnneTFM — Mon, 14 Sep 2009 13:47:16 +0000

The Lake Washington School District in Redmond, WA has a new tool to handle the more than 1,000 fluorescent light bulbs it disposes of annually.

by AnneTFM

NEW PRODUCT FLASH: InteLite Sensor

AnneTFM — Thu, 30 Jul 2009 13:15:28 +0000

“Smart” sensors have the ability to adapt a facility’s lighting schedule based on occupancy patterns.

by AnneTFM

NEW PRODUCT FLASH: Powerlink G3 System

AnneTFM — Thu, 23 Jul 2009 13:51:20 +0000

A Square D® Powerlink® G3 intelligent lighting control system can be a critical part of a demand response strategy.

by AnneTFM

WEIRD WEDNESDAY: Banana + Cement Bags = Lamp?

HeidiTFM — Wed, 22 Jul 2009 14:50:11 +0000

This one of a kind, handmade fixture by Domingos Totora and a team of artisans from Brazil is a decorative and utilitarian piece that reflects an adherence to ethnic ancestral style.

by HeidiTFM

NEW PRODUCT FLASH: EYE 400W Metal Halide Lamp

AnneTFM — Tue, 14 Jul 2009 13:22:26 +0000

This lamp from EYE Lighting is rated for both vertical and horizontal mounting.

by AnneTFM

OSRAM SYLVANIA Joins With ESCOs to Reduce Facility Energy Costs

HeidiTFM — Fri, 10 Jul 2009 13:49:27 +0000

OSRAM SYLVANIA has launched the SYLVANIA Energy Solutions Network, an alliance between the global lighting brand, energy service companies (ESCOs), and electrical distributors nationwide.

by HeidiTFM

LED Lighting Chosen For Dallas Garage

AnneTFM — Wed, 08 Jul 2009 13:46:37 +0000

A payback period of under two years was an important factor in the decision.

by AnneTFM

American Clean Energy and Security Act Passes

HeidiTFM — Tue, 30 Jun 2009 14:05:54 +0000

The American Clean Energy and Security Act (ACES), which just passed the House in a close vote, is being seen by many energy and environmental advocates as an important step forward towards the comprehensive approach needed to reduce climate emissions and increase clean energy usage in the United States.

by HeidiTFM

NEW PRODUCT FLASH: FirstLine 924 UPS

AnneTFM — Thu, 25 Jun 2009 13:45:50 +0000

This three-phase Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS) from Staco Energy Products provides computer grade power quality for virtually any lighting system.

by AnneTFM

WEIRD WEDNESDAY: Crate Ideas!

HeidiTFM — Wed, 29 Apr 2009 15:50:03 +0000

Federico Otero has created a clever, attractive application for repurposed egg crates.

by HeidiTFM

Lighting Research Center Develops Framework for Assessing Light Pollution

HeidiTFM — Tue, 07 Apr 2009 14:14:11 +0000

Too much nighttime illumination can cause problems for stargazing, animal health, and may even compromise sleep, often leading some people to say “lights out.”

by HeidiTFM

NEMA Supports Obama’s Call for National Efficiency Standards

HeidiTFM — Mon, 09 Feb 2009 15:25:36 +0000

The National Electrical Manufacturers Association (NEMA) is supporting President Obama’s February 5, 2009 announcement on the importance of national energy efficiency standards for consumer and industrial equipment regulated by the Department of Energy (DOE).
NEMA President and CEO Evan R. Gaddis says, “President Obama’s has signed a presidential memorandum requesting that DOE set [...]

by HeidiTFM

University Adopts LED Lighting For Holiday Tradition

AnneTFM — Tue, 09 Dec 2008 14:47:23 +0000

Last week at the University of Virginia, students and faculty gathered for the eighth annual Lighting of the Lawn ceremony.

by AnneTFM

IALD and DOE Work Together to Improve Lighting Energy Efficiency

HeidiTFM — Tue, 02 Dec 2008 15:23:36 +0000

The Memo of Understanding emphasizes the importance of minimizing the impact of energy use on the environment in support of DOE SSL programs on lighting quality.

by HeidiTFM

California LED Company Marks A Milestone

HeidiTFM — Tue, 25 Nov 2008 15:06:57 +0000

LEDtronics marks its 25th anniversary of the company’s founding, thanks customers and employees for their contributions over last quarter century.

by HeidiTFM

Kim Lighting Launches Environmental Initiative

HeidiTFM — Tue, 11 Nov 2008 14:31:06 +0000

“GreenWise™” provides information, resources, and recommendations to yield energy savings and return on investment.

by HeidiTFM

Halco Announces Close of Save a Light Campaign

HeidiTFM — Fri, 03 Oct 2008 14:15:32 +0000

Campaign helped save nearly 10 million kWh of energy in one year.

by HeidiTFM