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    July/August 2023 LEDs Magazine

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    Image courtesy of Berkeley Lab and NREL
    In an AC distribution system (left, red), AC power coming off the grid must be converted to DC power at each DC load. In a DC distribution system (right, blue), native DC power from a solar array simply needs to be stepped down in voltage before powering DC loads. The result is a much more energy-efficient system.
    Solid-state lighting has been a key driver for DC power proponents, but energy experts tell KRISTIN LEWOTSKY the greater opportunity for building power-distribution efficiency...
    July 28, 2023
    All images courtesy of Yellow Goat Design
    Yellow Goat Design’s North American team, led by Carey Schuster (second from left) brings together craftspeople, artists, and designers to realize a harmonized yet unique vision for each client.
    Initially launched in Australia, the North American division of Yellow Goat Design has earned accolades for its multilayered approach to crafting meaningful lighting design pieces...
    July 28, 2023
    Photo by Cassie Robles | Provided by City of Mesa
    The City of Mesa, Ariz., has worked with Signify to replace its streetlights with LEDs linked in a smart-city network.
    The cities of Mesa, Arizona, and Chicago upgrade their streetlights to LEDs powered by smart technology that delivers cost savings and improves public services, writes MURRYE ...
    July 28, 2023
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    Editor-in-chief CARRIE MEADOWS reflects on the engagement with the LED and SSL industry that has supported her career path and continues to influence the focus of LEDs Magazine...
    July 28, 2023
    Image credit: Madmaxer / iStock / Getty Images Plus
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    CRAIG DILOUIE summarizes modifications in the 2019 90.1 energy reference standard that states will likely use for commercial energy code adoption, and compares alternatives to...
    July 28, 2023
    Image courtesy of Sollum Technologies
    FIG. 1. An AI-backed software platform with a user-friendly interface allows greenhouse growers to diversify production with easily configurable lighting zones.
    With AI algorithms providing data analytics and, in turn, responsive lighting capabilities, FRANCOIS ROY-MOIŞAN explains how growers can leverage smart technology to future-proof...
    July 28, 2023
    Photo 105437348 © Joshua Mcdonough | Dreamstime.com
    The Li-Fi industry has been calling on phone makers and other device manufacturers to embed Li-Fi. So far it hasn't happened. PureLiFi, Fraunhofer, and others hope that 802.11bb dials up a difference.
    The new 802.11bb now sits alongside the 802.11 of Wi-Fi. But will an ITU alternative curb the enthusiasm?
    July 13, 2023
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    LED developer says NightScape technology delivers blue light levels below 2% to meet stringent outdoor lighting regulations.
    July 12, 2023
    All images courtesy of Glamox
    The Aibel substation with Glamox lighting sitting at the dock in Haugesund, Norway (above) before sailing to the Dogger Bank Wind Farm in March. Glamox is lighting both the interior and exterior (photos below).
    An electrical substation with 640 rugged luminaires sailed from Norway and is now in the North Sea, ready for connection to the U.K. grid.
    July 6, 2023
    Image courtesy of CIBSE
    This LIA seal of approval proves circularity as prescribed by the Chartered Institution of Building Services Engineers.
    Two British trade groups join forces to certify that lighting products live up to vendors’ eco claims.
    June 29, 2023