INDUSTRY NEWS

• Lighting Controls Podcast - Finding the iPhone Level Disruption

  September 12, 2025

  In this illuminating episode of the Lighting Controls Podcast, we welcome Scott Rosenfeld, lighting designer at the Smithsonian Institution, for a deep dive into the art and science of museum lighting. Scott shares his journey from theatrical lighting to designing systems that protect priceless artifacts while enhancing the visitor experience. Discover how Bluetooth-enabled lighting controls are transforming historic buildings, why lighting design is as much about art as it is about technology, and how Scott balances conservation with innovation in some of the world’s most iconic museums.

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• August 2025 NEMA Electroindustry Business Confidence Index

  September 9, 2025

  The Current Conditions component rebounded in August, rising to 59.1 after dipping to 50.0 in July. Respondents reporting “better” conditions increased to 27 percent, while those seeing conditions as “worse” edged down to 9 percent. The majority, 64 percent, continued to view conditions as unchanged. Comments reflected a mix of caution and resilience. A few respondents expressed concern and uncertainty around tariffs and the producer price index, while others noted steady demand and reported good sales activity.

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• Nine Innovative Lighting Solutions from Acuity Brands Selected for the 2025 IES Progress Report

  September 8, 2025

  Acuity Brands, Inc. announces that nine Acuity Brands Lighting solutions were selected for the 2025 Illuminating Engineering Society (IES) Progress Report, which showcases the year's most significant advancements in the art and science of lighting. Selections were made by an impartial committee that evaluated submissions based on uniqueness, innovation, and significance to the lighting industry.

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• Get A Grip On Lighting - Lighting Should not be Consumer Electronics

  September 8, 2025

  This episode tackles the hidden pitfalls of LED lighting with two seasoned designers who aren’t afraid to challenge the status quo. Rachel and Anne expose how the promise of long-lasting LEDs often falls short—especially in demanding environments like airports and hotels. It’s a bold, insightful conversation that urges lighting pros to rethink what “sustainable” really means.

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