Issue 14 of 2024 brought to you by
NaturaLED

INTERVIEWS & OPINIONS

Interview: Randy Reid Retiring…Really!

In an interview with David Shiller, Randy Reid shares his retirement news, thoughts on the lighting industry, and advice for lighting professionals. Read the interview at LightNOW. 

CONSTRUCTION & ECONOMY // LIGHTING INDUSTRY

Key Trends In New Home Construction

Major homebuilding trends are being shaped by consumer preferences, sustainability concerns, and the latest technologies. Read more in LightNOW. 

EDUCATION & RESOURCES // LIGHTING INDUSTRY

10 Easy Tips For Better Lighting Product Spec Sheets

CODES & STANDARDS // CONTROLS

DLC Releases Final NLC5.1 Technical Requirements

The Design Lights Consortium (DLC) has released its final version of v5.1 Networked Lighting Control technical requirements (NLC5.1). Learn more about DLC NLC5.1 at LightNOW. 

CODES & STANDARDS // LIGHT & HEALTH

Lighting Changes In
The Fitwel Healthy Building Standard v3

LIGHTING DESIGN

Elevating Your Brand Through Strategic Design

Brand loyalty is hard to gain, and even harder to keep if the environment isn't spot on. Hospitality venues must activate people’s senses more than ever before, and lighting is the key element to prioritize for success. Read Guest Author, Sanjit Bahra advice for hospitality lighting design at LightNOW.

RESEARCH

Two Rare Non-Aurora Sky Glows Discovered:
STEVE & Anti-STEVE

STEVE (Strong Thermal Emission Velocity Enhancement) was first observed over Southwest Canada in 2017. STEVE was unusual because of its location and color. In 2021, researchers discovered another mysterious, non-aurora purple sky glow dubbed Anti-STEVE. Read about these non-aurora sky glows in LightNOW. 

LIGHTING INDUSTRY

AMBI’S TOP FIVE LIGHTING TRENDS OF 2024

As a marketing agency working with many global built environment brands, AMBI shares its key insights and trends in the lighting industry. Learn more at LightNOW.

CONSTRUCTION & ECONOMY // RESEARCH

Japan’s Autonomous Freight Conveyor
To Replace 25,000 Trucks

The Japanese government is planning an autonomous freight hauling system connecting its major cities. Learn more at LightNOW. 

LIGHTING INDUSTRY

Q2 2024 Acquisitions

A quick summary of 11 acquisitions and one shutdown in the second quarter of 2024 is available at LightNOW.