Lumenloop Journal

Blog

Standards, guides and specification notes.

Technical Journal from Lumenloop, supporting commercial LED lighting specification, product selection, controls, circularity and project-led enquiries.

EN 1838 and EN 50172: Understanding Emergency Lighting Standards
4 November 2025

EN 1838 and EN 50172: Understanding Emergency Lighting Standards

Office Lighting Emergency Lighting Standards EN 1838 Compliance

EN 1838 explained: Understand emergency lighting standards and how to apply them. Practical advice for compliance with EN 1838 regulations.

CIE S 026: How the New Standard Is Changing Lighting Measurement
29 October 2025

CIE S 026: How the New Standard Is Changing Lighting Measurement

Office Lighting CIE S 026 CIE standards

Discover how CIE S 026 is revolutionising lighting measurement. Learn about the new standard's impact on the industry and its practical applications

The Growth of Lighting Design: How Light is Shaping the Future of Spaces in 2026
23 October 2025

The Growth of Lighting Design: How Light is Shaping the Future of Spaces in 2026

Lighting Statistics growth of lighting design how many lighting designers are there?

In 2026 lighting isn’t a finishing touch — it’s the thing that makes a space feel right (or terribly wrong). Designers are no longer asked just to make rooms bright; they’re expected to think about sleep cycles, desk-booking patterns, and the carbon cost of every fitting. The best lighting now works quietly in the background, nudging people into focus, rest or calm without anyone having to think about it.

The Fourth Dimension of Architecture: How Light Shapes Space and Emotion
16 October 2025

The Fourth Dimension of Architecture: How Light Shapes Space and Emotion

The Science of Light Architectural Dimensions Architecture and Light

Discover the Fourth Dimension of Architecture: our ultimate guide explores how lighting shapes space and emotion, enhancing architectural design

Lighting Ewaste Statistics in the UK
14 October 2025

Lighting Ewaste Statistics in the UK

Lighting Statistics e-waste from lights ewaste from uk

The UK is the second-largest producer of e-waste per capita globally, generating approximately 1.6 million tonnes of electronic waste annually. With an average of 24kg per person in 2022, the UK trails only Norway in per-capita…

Energy Efficient Lighting: How Much Can LED + Controls Save in Offices, Schools & Retail
14 October 2025

Energy Efficient Lighting: How Much Can LED + Controls Save in Offices, Schools & Retail

Office Lighting Efficient Lighting Systems for Schools Energy Savings in Offices

Explore how energy-efficient lighting like LED and smart controls reduce costs in offices, schools, and retail spaces across the UK.

Reducing Lighting E-Waste: Sustainable Design, Remanufacturing & Closed-Loop Luminaires
14 October 2025

Reducing Lighting E-Waste: Sustainable Design, Remanufacturing & Closed-Loop Luminaires

Sustainable lighting Lighting e-waste management Remanufacturing practices

Explore strategies to minimise lighting e-waste through innovative sustainable design, remanufacturing, and circular economy solutions.

The Power of Light to Change Your Mind: How Lighting Affects Mood and Performance
13 October 2025

The Power of Light to Change Your Mind: How Lighting Affects Mood and Performance

The Science of Light Circadian Rhythm Light and Mood

Learn how to harness the power of Light to Change Your Mind. Our expert guide provides actionable advice on improving mood and performance through lighting.

How We Cut Lighting Energy in Real Buildings: Evidence from the IEA Task 50 Review
10 October 2025

How We Cut Lighting Energy in Real Buildings: Evidence from the IEA Task 50 Review

Lighting Statistics cut costs from lighting IEA Task 50 Review statistics

We take the IEA's SHC study and give you an easy summary. Why? Because most dont have time to dig in to a 55 page report...you're welcome :)

Why Specifying a UK-Made Downlight Matters: Quality, Standards & Sustainability
9 October 2025

Why Specifying a UK-Made Downlight Matters: Quality, Standards & Sustainability

Sustainable lighting British Lighting Standards British manufacturing

Explore why UK-made downlight matters for commercial and industrial lighting projects, focusing on quality, efficiency, and environmental sustainability.

Dimming Protocols in Commercial Buildings: Casambi, DALI or Fixed Output — Which is Right?
8 October 2025

Dimming Protocols in Commercial Buildings: Casambi, DALI or Fixed Output — Which is Right?

Sustainable lighting Building Management Systems Casambi vs DALI

Learn about Dimming Protocols in our Ultimate Guide. Compare Casambi, DALI, and Fixed Output to optimise your commercial building's lighting efficiency.

The Circular Economy Revolution in Lighting: From Waste to Value
6 October 2025

The Circular Economy Revolution in Lighting: From Waste to Value

Sustainable lighting circular economy lights ewaste lighting

Every year, millions of tonnes of lighting waste end up in landfill — much of it still usable. This article explores how circular economy principles and smarter product design can close the loop, cut e-waste, and build a more sustainable future for lighting.

Guidance Into Specification

Journal articles linked to product selection.

Keep article traffic tied to commercial lighting products, controls, emergency options and direct project enquiries.

Specification notes

Use the journal alongside product pages when checking standards, controls, emergency options and quotation information.