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5 January 2026

EN 12665: The Fundamentals of Lighting Design and Measurement

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Discover the EN 12665 standard for lighting design and measurement. Learn key terms and definitions used in the industry.

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4 December 2025

EN 12464-1 Explained: Lighting Standards for Indoor Workplaces

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EN 12464-1 explained: Understand the lighting standards for indoor workplaces with our comprehensive guide, covering requirements and benefits

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2 December 2025

Office Lighting Design Guide: UK Standards & Lux Levels

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Plan office lighting around UK standards, typical lux and UGR criteria, daylight, controls and retrofit decisions. A practical specification guide.

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4 November 2025

EN 1838 and EN 50172: Understanding Emergency Lighting Standards

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

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29 October 2025

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

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

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23 October 2025

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

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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.

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16 October 2025

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

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

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14 October 2025

Lighting Ewaste Statistics in the UK

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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…

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14 October 2025

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

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

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14 October 2025

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

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

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13 October 2025

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

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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.

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10 October 2025

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

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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 :)

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