Deck the Walls, Dash Through the Malls and Brighten the Season Safely Sep 21, 2008
When it Snows Let Your Home Glisten: Outdoor Lighting Tips ... Whenever possible, connect all outdoor lighting into receptacles protected by weatherproof ground fault circuit interrupters (GFCI). (Pekin Times, IL)
LED store sees bright future in efficient lighting Sep 21, 2008
The LED fixtures have a 55,000-hour lifespan, making them ideal for applications like outdoor lighting, where a hoist is required for replacement. The City of La Crosse uses LED bulbs in its traffic signals and is currently looking into LED lighting for its municipal parking garages, said Tony Hutchens, assistant director of public works. (La Crosse Tribune, WI)
Lighting Research Center Develops Framework For Assessing Light Pollution Sep 20, 2008
Developed as a practical system for assessing outdoor lighting performance, the OSP method can be used with any commercial lighting software ... These empirical results are the first ever published that we know of showing how much light leaves a sample of outdoor lighting installations, measured in terms of glow and trespass ... Developed as a practical system for assessing outdoor lighting performance, the OSP method can be used with any commercial lighting software. (Science Daily)
Fire has Smuttynose Brewing Co. concerned about security Sep 20, 2008
The brewery had outdoor lighting installed a few years ago to increase security, but there are no surveillance cameras outside. Egelston said it is unlikely the camera would've helped the investigation much, since the pallets were roughly 20 yards from the building. (Seacoast New Hampshire)
Odds for light plan brighten Sep 19, 2008
Two versions of a proposed law limiting outdoor lighting at night will go to planners for review, the Athens-Clarke Commission decided at its agenda-setting meeting. A formal vote is scheduled for Oct. 7. (Athens Banner-Herald)
BMW Race Car Demonstrates Energy-Efficient Ecolumination Headlights at Silverstone Sep 15, 2008
Ecolumination is leading innovation in the global lighting industry, bringing new levels of efficiency and quality to both indoor and outdoor lighting. "The automotive project was conceived to demonstrate the effectiveness of Ceravision's Ecolumination lamps in the extreme environment of motor sport," explains Tim Reynolds, Ceravision's CEO. "Under test conditions on the Silverstone circuit, the headlights showed significantly lower energy usage than that of current headlamps or the projected... (PR Newswire)
Commissioner has a darker vision of the future Sep 14, 2008
Athens-Clarke County Commissioner Carl Jordan, here next to a lamppost downtown, has tried and failed for years to push through a "dark skies" ordinance to limit outdoor lighting at night ... Jordan has written outdoor lighting restrictions into almost every development that's asked for a rezoning in recent years, but that's only a small percentage of developments, and some developers simply ignore the requirement, he said ... Jordan first proposed an outdoor lighting ordinance in 2001, soon... (Athens Banner-Herald)
Indoor rec facility hits roadblock Rec Department withdraws P&Z application, will apply again Sep 11, 2008
9 allows for "buildings, uses and facilities of the town, state or Federal Government and the Fire District." Mr. Scalzo then noted the lack of landscape plans, orientation of outdoor lighting, the lack of a topographical map, and the lack of a stormwater management plan for a 25-year storm. Residents of Nova Scotia Hill Road reiterated what Mr. Scalzo said. (Town Times, CT)
Darknness is a precious resource Sep 10, 2008
SCC adopted an excellent outdoor lighting code in July 2008. It helps by limiting the light wasted by unnecessary or inappropriate lighting. (Nogales International, AZ)
AmTrust Bank goes green, to give away hybrid Honda Sep 8, 2008
The freestanding buildings feature eco-friendly components such as motion-sensor lighting, low-flow plumbing fixtures, natural lighting, controlled outdoor lighting, recycled building materials and low-water-use native vegetation. AmTrust celebrated its new green branches with a sweepstakes to win a 2008 Honda Civic Hybrid; free groceries for one year from Whole Foods; and xeriscaping. (Phoenix Business Journal, AZ)
Saints Notebook: New Orleans it is Sep 8, 2008
"It's fantastic. From the setup - No.1, you have panels on the end zones with outdoor lighting. "The challenge with these indoor facilities is the lighting, but you get some of the natural light from the outside. I haven't seen the roof open, but it's fantastic. (SaintsInsider.com)
Renovate Your Home with Lighting for Less Sep 5, 2008
Welcome people properly into your home by updating your outdoor lighting. Especially during the dark winter days, it's important to light paths and front entrance ways so people know where to walk and can safely shuffle in from the cold. (Pekin Times, IL)
City of Welland Joins LED City Program; Adoption of LED Lighting to Reduce Energy Costs and Improve Light Quality Sep 3, 2008
King Luminaire manufactures high-quality decorative outdoor lighting fixtures, fabricated metal poles, arms and site furnishings. The brand is part of the StressCrete Group, one of the oldest, most reliable manufacturers of spun concrete poles in North America. (Primezone Releases)
* Outdoor lighting takes back the dark night in southwestern US Aug 31, 2008
Outdoor lighting takes back the dark night in southwestern US. The Dark-Sky group estimates that badly designed outdoor lighting wastes US$10 billion in energy each year, but new businesses have a chance to change that ... Its the home of the International Dark-Sky Association, which works to raise awareness about light pollution and to promote the design and marketing of outdoor lighting that has a minimal impact on the night skies. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
Lessons From a Shopaholic Aug 27, 2008
So, too, it seems was the deceptive outdoor lighting. When the sofa was delivered to my home later that afternoon, the buyer's high came to a screeching halt. (MSNBC -- Business)
Keep doors locked, police warn Aug 26, 2008
Police also advise people to keep shrubs and bushes near windows trimmed, install and use deadbolt locks, install outdoor lighting with motion sensors and have someone watch their homes during absences. Offerman said it's "hard to say" what has led to the increase in residential burglaries. (Bismarck Tribune, ND)
Save Green As You Go Green! Aug 24, 2008
SOLAR OUTDOOR LIGHTING. Outdoor solar lights are easy to install and virtually maintenance-free. (CBS News)
Get your DIY done on the cheap Aug 24, 2008
Get a motion sensor for the lights in your bathroom and for outdoor lighting. They'll turn off if someone forgot to turn the lights off after a shower, or go on if somebody's lurking around your house. (Santa Maria Times)
High school would cost taxpayers $79.5 million Aug 22, 2008
By recommending the school be built adjacent to and on the same site as the present building, the task force pointed out the $112 million price tag may be reduced because of existing roads, fields and outdoor lighting that should cut the cost of site preparation. According to a task force study, if the original figure holds (after state reimbursement), it would work out to an annual cost of $687 for each Guilford resident starting in 2012 based on a house assessment of $300,000. (Shoreline Times, CT)
University puts $1.6M into security Aug 20, 2008
The measures announced yesterday range from improving and enhancing the network of emergency phones, rebranded "assistance" phones and to be used anytime a student needs help; improved outdoor lighting; five additional security officers and 20 more uniformed student safety patrollers; and swipe-card readers for access to the chemistry and biology buildings. Students are also being urged to program their cellphones to speed-dial "4444" for campus emergency services and Carleton is hiring a staff... (Canada.com)
Computer Gaming, Desktop Software and Retail Applications Developers Turn to 3DVIA Virtools for 3D Aug 12, 2008
Lumec, one of Canadas top manufacturers of decorative and functional outdoor lighting products, created , a highly-interactive, personalized online store that allows customers to self-configure and create their Lumec products online ... Whether its an exciting new title for the Wii, an incredibly realistic 3D background featuring a treasured photo on a computer desktop or a perfect, lifelike rendering of an outdoor lighting configuration, 3DVIA Virtools can do it all. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Distributors go 'green' with LED design, installation Aug 8, 2008
Outdoor lighting is another growing application since LED lighting can be better controlled than current lighting systems and is more energy efficient when operating over long periods of time. "The challenge is to get customers to use LED technology in their designs," Neal said. (EETimes)
NH town replaces streetlights, reduces night glare Aug 7, 2008
A town ordinance says all new outdoor lighting must be 00002CDF directed generally downward, and not above horizontal. 2008 The Associated Press. (Concord Monitor)
Training forces rookie cops to think critically Jul 28, 2008
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Why we never need to build another polluting power plant Jul 28, 2008
The state found that in outdoor lighting for parking lots and streets, about 15 percent of the light was directed up, illuminating nothing but the sky. The state required new outdoor lighting to cut that to below 6 percent. (Salon)
Whitemarsh resignation leaves vacancy on board to be filled Jul 24, 2008
Chairman Richards has suggested an outdoor lighting recreational ordinance be applied to Victory Fields to assuage worries. The ordinance would determine when the lights should be on and what time they should be turned off. (Springfield Sun, PA)
Diamond Head Sprinkler owner avoids a soaking Jul 23, 2008
"I'm looking into expanding into other products that might or might not be related to sprinklers," he said, ticking off the items: a new high-density polyethylene pipe, more outdoor lighting, more landscape products and environmentally safe fertilizers that appeal to landscapers, homeowners and operators of golf courses ... The company also builds relationships with present and future customers through free classes taught by the Diamond Head Sprinkler staff, on anything from irrigation to timer... (Pacific Business News, HI)
Indoor archery range becomes reality Jul 18, 2008
Neu said the Park District owns the new building and was responsible for installing infrastructure such as parking lots and outdoor lighting. The NISHU Bowmen will lease the facility from the Park District and will be responsible for administering the programs. (Bismarck Tribune, ND)
City Council raises retail power rates Jul 16, 2008
They talked about finding the most equitable way to distribute the increase in power rates among the various retail rate classes residential service, small general service, medium general service, large general service, industrial service and outdoor lighting ... The council also increased the retail rates charged for rental outdoor lighting service and street lighting service by 14. (Washington Daily News, NC)
In the Dark about Outdoor Lighting? Tips for Brightening Up Jul 15, 2008
In the Dark about Outdoor Lighting. Tips for Brightening Up. (Harrisburg Daily Register, IL)
Outdoor Lighting Shines Bright this Summer Jul 5, 2008
For 2008, a major trend is innovative outdoor lighting. Driving this trend toward creative outdoor lighting is the desire of homeowners to spend time outdoors and extend their outdoor time into the comfortable summer evening hours ... According to a survey by the American Institute of Architects on Home Design Trends, there is surge in interest in building outdoor patios, kitchens and decks, and outdoor lighting extends the use of these spaces. (Harrisburg Daily Register, IL)
PSE&G Suggests Ways to Beat the Heat and Higher Electric Bills Jul 4, 2008
Use dimmers, timers and motion detectors on indoor and outdoor lighting. -- Use fans to draw cooler air inside during the night and circulate air during the day. (PR Newswire)
Use Feng Shui to Choose Colors in H... Jul 3, 2008
Outdoor lighting affects the way that colors look and reflect inside the home. In the hot sunny climate of Africa, browns and oranges are popular. (Suite101.com)
Have trailer, will travel; CCH ready for worst Jun 28, 2008
In addition to the 12 x 20 foot garages, there is also a propane powered portable water heater, a 500-gallon expandable water storage tank, sump pumps, pillows, sheets, suction equipment and outdoor lighting. Each trailer could let emergency techs set up beds or cots for ten patients. (Clay County Daily Advocate Press, IL)
Cherry Springs Earns Dark-Sky Status Jun 27, 2008
Dave Wymer For example, park staff retrofitted all outdoor lighting to be fully shielded and to utilize low-wattage compact-fluorescent bulbs ... In late 2006 Gary Honis and Stan Stubbe of the Pennsylvania Outdoor Lighting Council prepared their own assessment, titled. (SkyAndTelescope.com)
Focus on: Hospitality Jun 26, 2008
Photocells switch on the outdoor lighting only when the evening gets dark enough. The bathrooms feature low-flow toilets and shower heads. (Sacramento Business Journal, CA)
Business • Man buys businesses that install, sell lighting Jun 26, 2008
Dick Hadlock, a business forms and printing services salesman for RR Donnelly company, on Tuesday purchased the holiday and outdoor lighting businesses from Fat Man's Forest owner Brad Usry ... Mr. Hadlock said he approached Mr. Usry about outdoor lighting three months ago and learned the sideline businesses were for sale. (The Augusta Chronicle)
Schools pull plug on wasted energy Jun 23, 2008
He s found energy hogs in the outdoor lighting system. He found them in the boiler and the chiller, which, at times, were waging unnecessary and costly battles against one another. (KHOU.com, TX)
Crosland turns Starkey Ranch site into certified green community Jun 21, 2008
Features that helped Longleaf receive the designation include tree-lined walking and bike paths that connect each neighborhood and reduce the dependency on using cars; low energy use and downward directed outdoor lighting; preservation of conservation areas and wetlands; parks, lakes and open spaces accounting for more than 40 percent, or 230 acres, of the community; native and drought-tolerant landscaping; and construction of homes with "green" features established by the FGBC.. Longleaf is... (Tampa Bay Business Journal, FL)
While you're away ... Jun 18, 2008
-- Check that no bulbs are burned out on your indoor lamps, outdoor lighting fixtures or low-voltage lighting system. -- Arrange to have your lawn mowed. (Scripps Howard News Wire)
Lighting ordinance going to Bar Harbor council Jun 10, 2008
Mary Ann Handel, a member of the Conservation Commission, which developed the lighting ordinance, said an important factor to keep in mind is the greater energy efficiency of the type of outdoor lighting that the ordinance would require. I think people will find that the cost of replacing the lights will be recouped through the (lower) cost of running the lights, she said. (Courier Publications, ME)
Site To See: Green Condo Life Jun 5, 2008
Whenever possible, use solar powered outdoor lighting. Otherwise use photocells or a timer on outdoor lights so they will turn off during the day. (RealtyTimes)
Stanford News Jun 5, 2008
Moving the ATM indoors will also eliminate the need for the bright outdoor lighting that has been a complaint of many drivers turning onto Hunn's Lake Road from Route 82. By the time this column is printed, the bank should be operating out of the trailer. (Pine Plains Register Herald, NY)
Zoning Commission Bans Lighting in Trees, Continues Inn Siting Hearing May 31, 2008
The commission enhanced its newly adopted regulations governing outdoor lighting passed last year, correcting several minor language points and prohibiting lighting on trees. The ban on tree lighting was originally included in the regulations passed last year but was removed late in the process. (Voices, CT)
Tech: Green is new black for gadgets May 29, 2008
The Remington mower, he said, is powerful, affordably priced," and runs on a rechargeable battery. ($300). Doing good can sometimes be messy, but Dorfman said this device does the composting without any worms or stinky smell. The NatureMill Plus model can take up to 120 pounds of food waste and the compost is ready 00001684 every two weeks. Never throw another egg shell or banana peel in the garbage again. (approximately $325) to consolidate recyclables. But the sites online store... (MSNBC -- Environment)
School's energy savings inspire town May 23, 2008
Control of outdoor lighting is currently being added to that system as well. Councilman Peter Bujanow said that ICC's combination of human and technical resources could be the subject of an inter-municipal cooperation agreement (IMCA) that would allow the town to share the district's computer systems and management techniques in exchange for bearing a portion of the cost of those systems. (Hillsdale Independent, NY)
LED Lenser High Performance Line Available for Online Sale in May 2008 May 20, 2008
"LED Lenser is a name people trust for quality outdoor lighting equipment," stated Rob Willhite, Business Development Manager of DLK at LightsAndKnives. Com. (Yahoo News -- Press Releases)
Hearings, Monday, May 19Zoners Again Consider Apartment Regulations May 17, 2008
Other public hearings slated for Monday include outdoor lighting in residential districts; regulations governing tourist homes or inns; lot coverage for pervious surfaces, and the method for measuring average finished grade and preexisting grade. The Planning Commission reviewed the proposed changes at its May meeting and had no objection to the regulation changes on outdoor lighting, which simply clarify the current regulations and also prohibit lights mounted in trees. (Voices, CT)
- John Childs left mark with landscape designs, donations… May 14, 2008
I think Anacortes probably doesnt realize what a treasure it lost," Hunter said. He really set the bar for how things could be. He did so much work quietly for causes and places. Its a loss to have this energy gone. He was buried next to his mother Felecia at Fernhill Cemetery on May 13, after a funeral Mass at St. Mary Catholic Church. He had been suffering, but he didnt reach out to anyone and let them know how much, Vic said. He was an amazingly talented individual. Its a... (Anacortes Weekly, WA)
MOTO Q 9c Smartphone Available at Verizon May 11, 2008
It also comes with an innovative adaptive technology that has the ability to automatically adjust brightness that suits indoor and outdoor lighting. The MOTO Q 9c smartphone is available at Verizon online stores and through business sales channels for an estimated cost of $249. (TechGadgets.in)
Ultra Thin Smart Phone MOTO Q 9c Now Available at Verizon Wireless May 10, 2008
4" color screen with innovative adaptive technology to adjust for optimized brightness for indoor and outdoor lighting to maximize battery power. The phone also has a 1.3 megapixel camera with flash and fixed focus, plus video capture and playback, 128 MB of on-board memory and an optional removable memory future-proofed up to 32 GB. Also, voice-activated dialing, smart contacts dialing, speakerphone, stereo Bluetooth wireless technology supporting both Bluetooth A2DP and AVRCP profiles... (TMCnet)
Burlington Walks For Way To Go! Week May 9, 2008
Burlington Electric has an outdoor lighting work group that will soon begin experimenting with lights at different heights and angles, trying to maximize brightness and minimize energy use. The experiments should start sometime in early summer. (WCAX.com, VT)
LED lights shine at saving energy in tech gear May 6, 2008
And in the short term it may even find applications where its benefits outweigh its installation costs, such as in outdoor lighting for decks and patios. "LED lights don't attract bugs," DenBaars said. (San Francisco Chronicle)
Share your light ideas May 5, 2008
Email to the Outdoor Lighting Education Committee (OLEC) OLEC@acton-ma. gov, or call the Municipal Properties Department 978-264-9629 to register your opinion. (Acton Beacon, MA)
Boat club pressured to change its ways May 5, 2008
The members-only club $55 a month plus fees to join is installing outdoor lighting, upgrading electrical wiring and making other improvements because of the prodding by the city. The club used to have its own ski club, but that ended when the Mission Bay Boat & Ski Team broke away in the mid-1980s. (San Diego Union-Tribune)
Features to transform your backyard May 2, 2008
If irrigation or outdoor lighting systems aren't fully in place, Roger runs pairs of PVC pipes in the patio's base. "That way you can come back later and run water lines or electrical conduit without disturbing the hardscape," he says. (CNN)
WPH's new MOB water thrifty May 2, 2008
Poved landscape, architectural and outdoor lighting for the MOB, which will be between the AmericInn Lodge and Lee Plumbing. It will replace the Coe Medical Center. (Cody Enterprise, WY)
New housing OK'd Apr 18, 2008
"If the people want outdoor lighting, they'll put it in themselves.". Asked if being located near U.S. 136 would be a plus for the subdivision, Collins said no. "The golf course is the attraction," he said. (Macomb Journal, IL)
Microsemi Adds Lowest-Light Sensor to Its Patented Visible Light Sensor Portfolio Apr 16, 2008
Designated the LX1973B(tm), the new sensor features an innovative dome-lens package and dark-current cancellation technology optimized for lowest light levels, making it an ideal solution for automatic brightness control in automotive displays, auto-dimming mirrors and headlamps, as well as for targeted applications in computer notebooks, LCD monitors and TVs, handheld displays, cell phones, digital cameras, kiosks and outdoor lighting. We designed the LX1973B to provide the most accurate and... (Primezone Releases)
Word on the Street Apr 14, 2008
B-K Lighting employee Clint Edwards shows one of the outdoor lighting fixtures being put together in the company's new assembly facility in Madera. Share this story: | | Word on the Street B-K Lighting in Madera completes $7m expansion. (Fresno Bee)
Three planning and zoning requests considered Apr 8, 2008
The Outdoor Lighting Ordinance. This draft ordinance was originally submitted at the Nov. 13, 2007 planning and zoning board meeting for comment, but was withdrawn by staff for further work. (Rio Rancho Observer, NM)
Night shift in the April sky heralds spring's arrival Apr 5, 2008
Many people assume that the loss of the stars is an inevitable byproduct of civilization and good outdoor lighting, but it happens because of bad outdoor lighting. The glow you see in the night sky represents many megawatts of light that is being completely wasted. (Boston Globe)
Storm knocks out power, damages Multi-Sports Complex Apr 5, 2008
The Multi-Sports Complex sustained several thousand dollars damage to outdoor lighting at the softball hub due to a lightning strike. Parks and General Services Supervisor Keach Ballard said a pole took a direct hit and the strike knocked out breakers, fuses and ballasts. (Durant Daily Democrat, OK)
Legislature working on budget fix Apr 4, 2008
Sets glare-reducing and energy-saving goals for outdoor lighting paid for with public money. ENVIRONMENT: Trims fish and wildlife, impaired waters and other Department of Natural Resources programs. (Winona Daily News, MN)
April skywatch: Leo means spring Apr 3, 2008
The International Dark Sky Association, based in Tucson, encourages those concerned about the impact of light pollution on astronomical research to support the World Wildlife Fund's Earth Hour by turning off unnecessary outdoor lighting through April 4. The idea is to focus attention on light pollution, which not only interferes with astronomical research but washes out our view of the beautiful night sky. (AZCentral -- Travel)
