THE OCTOBER 2022 ISSUE 1/2 OF LIGHTNOW
IS BROUGHT TO YOU BY
EVLUMA

EDUCATION & RESOURCES // INTERVIEWS & OPINION

Evluma CEO Interview: Streetlight Glare Whitepaper
The New RP-8 & Warming CCTs

David recently had the pleasure of interviewing Don Vendetti, CEO of Evluma. They discussed the just published Evluma whitepaper about glare as well as the new ANSI/IES RP-8 standard, and the trend toward warming CCTs for streetlights. Read more...

CODES & STANDARDS // ENERGY & ENVIRONMENT

New Code For Existing Building Decarbonization
Overlays 2021 IECC

A new model code from the New Buildings Institute (NBI) is designed to help cities tackle emissions, specifically from the large stock of existing buildings. The model code Existing Building Decarbonization Code was published on Sept. 19, 2022. It is considered an overlay to the 2021 International Energy Conservation Code (IECC) and an addition to the Building Decarbonization Code published by NBI in 2020. Read more...

DARK SKY

Impacts Of Nighttime Lighting On Ecosystems & Wildlife

The DLC has released a recording of their March webinar about the Impacts of Nighttime Lighting on Ecosystems and Wildlife. They’ve also printed a summary of the webinar information on their website. Read more...

PRODUCTS & TECHNOLOGY

Product Monday: Modern Forms’ MIES Chandelier
Puts A Hex On You

Inspired by Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, one of the pioneers of modern architecture, this hexagonal chandelier nails the minimalist aesthetic while observing modern décor trends. Cutting-edge LED modules bring beautiful light into every setting, while ultra-thin aircraft cables connect the hexagon to a circular canopy for a subtle geometric contrast. Read more...

CODES & STANDARDS // ENERGY & ENVIROMENT

Proposed 2024 IECC Commercial Code Would Reduce New Commercial Building Energy Use

The Public Comment Draft #1 of the 2024 International Energy Conservation Code Commercial Provisions was released on September 6, 2022. With buildings currently representing 39% of U.S. carbon emissions, leading jurisdictions recognize the importance of using building codes and performance policies to respond to the effects of climate change and reduce future risks. Read more...

CODES & STANDARDS // CONTROLS

It Matters: CSA Releases The Matter 1.0 Interoperability Standard For Smart Home IoT

The Connectivity Standards Alliance (CSA) released the Matter 1.0 specification and the opening of the Matter certification program on October 4th. Read more...

LEGISLATION & REGULATION

DOE Gives Notice Of Enforcement Actions
For Regulated Products

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) issued a Notice of Intent (NOI) to notify interested parties of DOE's intent to immediately commence on-the-record hearings before Administrative Law Judges (ALJs) in civil penalty cases for violations of DOE's conservation standards and certification requirements. This NOI also provides procedural details that will govern these hearings. Read more...

LEGISLATION & REGULATION // LIGHTING INDUSTRY

New California Law Protects Importers Using CA Ports

On September 30th, Governor Gavin Newsom signed AB2406 into law, protecting importers from the imposition of unfair fees and trade practices. The bill limits the damages of detention and demurrage fees imposed by international ocean carriers. Read more...

CONSTRUCTION & ECONOMY // LIGHTING INDUSTRY

Lighting Industry Grew High Single Digits In Q3
But Will Slow To Low Single Digit Growth

Channel Marketing Group’s Q3 Pulse of Lighting survey was completed by 200 distributors, manufacturers, reps, and lighting agents. Read a summary of the findings...

EDUCATION & RESOURCES

LRC Offers 3D Printing For Lighting Online Course

The Lighting Research Center at RPI is offering an Online Course on 3D Printing for Lighting. The Fall 2022 course will run from November 2 through December 7. Read more...

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THE OCTOBER 2022 ISSUE 1/2 OF LIGHTNOW IS BROUGHT TO YOU BY EVLUMA