Q1 2025 saw four lighting industry acquisitions and one bankruptcy, marking a continued slowdown in M&A activity. Find out more at LightNOW.
CONSTRUCTION + ECONOMY // LEGISLATION + REGULATION
Judge Orders Administration To Restore IIJA & IRA Funding
A federal judge ordered the administration to restore billions in IRA and IIJA funding for infrastructure and clean energy projects. Learn more at LightNOW.
RESEARCH
Scientists Manipulate Eye Into Seeing New Color “Olo”
Scientists used targeted laser pulses to enable humans to perceive a vivid new color, “olo,” expanding our understanding of vision. See more at LightNOW.
CODES + STANDARDS // DARK SKY
Details of DarkSky Luminaires Program Guidelines v3.0
The DarkSky Approved Luminaires Program v3.0 sets detailed criteria for residential, commercial, pedestrian, and wildlife-friendly lighting. Discover more at LightNOW.
PRODUCTS + TECHNOLOGY
Product Monday: Satco Silver & Gold Crown LED Lamps
Satco’s Silver & Gold Crown LED lamps offer vintage style with soft, indirect light and energy efficiency for elegant spaces. Read more at LightNOW.
CODES + STANDARDS // DARK SKY
DarkSky International Updates Luminaire Certifications
DarkSky International updates its luminaire certification program with stricter, category-specific guidelines to reduce light pollution globally. Find out more at LightNOW.
EVENTS // RESOURCES
Two Presentations To Consider At LightFair 2025
Two LightFair 2025 sessions will address AI’s energy impact & mercury lamp bans, and the second about LED end-of-life recycling challenges. See more at LightNOW.
LIGHTING DESIGN // RESOURCES
Fundamentals Of Energy Efficient Lighting And Controls
The new AEE book covers energy-efficient lighting fundamentals, controls, and design balancing efficiency with occupant comfort. Read more at LightNOW.
ENERGY + ENVIRONMENT // RESEARCH
LED Lights & Photocatalysis Breakdown PFAS Forever Chemicals
Researchers developed an LED-driven photocatalysis method to fully break down PFAS “forever chemicals” at room temperature. Learn more at LightNOW.
CODES + STANDARDS // ENERGY + ENVIRONMENT
Lighting Changes In LEED Version 5
LEED v5 updates emphasize glare reduction, daylight access, smart lighting, and lower energy use for healthier, efficient spaces. See more at LightNOW.
