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Editor's Message
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Changes all around us
Countries around the world are prepared to take quick action to turn off the tap of mercury lighting, ushering in a new era of equitable, safe LED lighting. Read a new report from the Clean Lighting Coalition and news from the ban on mercury fluorescent here in Canada. Also in this issue Meet Naomi Miller who just received the Waldram Gold Pin Award, the highest recognition awarded by the CIE for her work and her exceptional outstanding contributions in applied illuminating engineering. Don’t miss IES events all across the country From the Illumination Awards Gala in Toronto, Infinity and Beyond in Vancouver, To light or not to light in Ottawa, More design lighting in Montreal. Good reading!
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CIE Waldram Gold Pin Awardee 2023: Naomi Miller
In 2023 Naomi Miller from the Pacific Northwest National Laboratory in Portland, Oregon (US) received the highest recognition awarded by the CIE for work in applied illuminating engineering, the Waldram Gold Pin Award for Exceptional Outstanding Contributions in Applied Illuminating Engineering. The award puts a special focus on...
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2023 Technical & Economic Assessment of Mercury-Free Lighting: Global Overview & Regional Profiles
Data from 60+ countries shine a light on one crucial fact: we do not need to delay an international phase out of toxic, mercury-ladened fluorescent lamps any longer as cost-effective, energy-efficient LED alternatives are widely availability across the globe. Markets around the world are prepared to take quick action to turn off the tap...
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Bright Days and Dark Nights for Parkinson’s Disease Patients
Nearly 1 million Americans are presently living with Parkinson’s disease, and at an estimated annual increase of 90,000 new cases that number is expected to reach 1.2 million by 2030. For the better part of 20 years, we at the Light and Health Research Center (LHRC) have explored non-pharmacological tailored lighting interventions (TLIs) for promoting...
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Update and Changes on Effective Date for Products Containing Mercury Proposed Regulatory Amendment
EFC has previously sent out communications regarding a proposed amendment to the Products Containing Mercury Regulation. The proposed regulation would impact the sale of lighting that contains mercury. EFC’s Lighting Business Section (Lighting Manufacturers) provided written comments during the public consultation phase, and at the request of...
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Éclairage Hitech is AimLite’s New Agent Representing Montreal and Quebec City Regions
AimLite is proud to announce as of September 14th 2023 , Éclairage Hitech is their new agent representing the Montreal and Quebec City regions. Hitech brings a unique approach to the market, with over 34 years of experience as an agent, 30+ employees, and offices in Longueuil, Mascouche and Quebec City. They look forward to growing...
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Atrius Sustainability Starter Now Available as Entry-Level Carbon Accounting Tool for Small & Mid-Sized Businesses
Atrius, part of Acuity Brands, Inc. announced the availability of Atrius Sustainability Starter, a free entry-level carbon accounting solution that enables companies to track their carbon emissions (Scopes 1 and 2). With more businesses committing to sustainability initiatives in the face of climate change and increasing environmental, social and...
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Flux Is Thrilled to Announce Its New Manufacturer Partnership with Axis Lighting!
Axis Lighting is a Canadian-based and family-owned LED luminaire manufacturer. Founded in 1991, the company’s diverse product lines transcend the ordinary and exceed the norm. The company’s LED luminaires provide solutions for many markets, including office, educational, cultural, and retail. Axis is known for being forward-thinking...
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Solais Claims a Stronger Position in the Architectural Lighting Market
Solais, a Texas-Based LED Lighting Manufacturer highlights a shift in its product focus over the last few years. The company decided to make use of Covid-related downtime to shift strategies in research and development. Its more recent product lines showcase renewed efforts toward a high-end aesthetic and are designed to revolutionize...
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AOLP Lighting Awards 2023
The goal of the Association of Outdoor Lighting Professionals (AOLP)’ Lighting Awards is to honor and promote professional excellence in outdoor lighting design and to recognize industry achievement. We strive to create greater public awareness of the benefits of professionally designed and installed lighting systems; and to provide...
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Under One Sky Global Conference
Join the global community of advocates protecting the night sky for Under One Sky 2023 — a 24-hour virtual event that will leave you feeling inspired and empowered to combat light pollution in your region. You’ll hear from experts and storytellers in the dark sky movement, connect with passionate individuals from DarkSky’s global...
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Education and Events
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Illumination Awards Gala 2023 with IES Toronto
Join IES Toronto for a glamorous evening in the Imperial Ballroom, the oldest Ballroom at The Royal York Hotel. Take some time to greet industry friends over cocktails, surrounded by the grandeur of what was once the tallest building in the Royal Empire. As dinner is served, let the Awards ceremony inspire you with images and stories of the Toronto...
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“To Light, or Not to Light?”: Developing Lighting Concepts with Deborah Gottesman
Quality lighting design begins with concept development – a form of programming for the visual environment that considers many elements such as perception, contrast, and visibility. This seminar outlines the steps taken on various diverse projects to address those essentials and create the desired mood, atmosphere, and functionality. The case...
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Lighting Control: To Infinity and Beyond from Vancouver IES
Despite the growth and improvements of lighting controls, designers and contractors frequently associate them with necessary evils, and do the bare minimum to meet code. Why? Because they can be expensive, complicated to design, install, and program if done incorrectly. During this presentation we will discuss the latest in lighting controls, from...
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