| | | | | | Besides being super-efficient, LED lighting stands out for its promised longevity. Well-designed LED products can last tens of thousands of hours and keep working for a decade or more. Eventually, though, they need to be replaced. |
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| | Sponsored | | At Current, we're inspired by the architects, designers, and builders who create beautiful spaces. Our advanced lighting and intelligent controls deliver reliable performance, sustainable solutions, and uncompromising quality—so every environment you design performs at its best. Ready to illuminate your next project? |
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| | | | The Section 179D energy efficiency deduction, a key incentive for commercial building upgrades, is set to expire in June 2026, prompting a surge in last-minute projects and raising questions about future support for energy improvements. Its end could hinder ongoing energy savings and project viability, especially for small businesses and distressed... |
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| | Sponsored | | Game-changing OPTI-SELECT versatility, plus standout performance and durability. With three switch selectable beam angles (30°/40°/60°) and three selectable wattages, it’s your best choice for arenas, sports fields, and large outdoor areas. |
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| | | Welcome back to a new “Editor’s Choice: Top Product Picks” gallery. This edition highlights six new product innovations from around the industry, chosen by the editors of EC&M. Click through the following slides to see the latest and greatest products including circuit breakers, boots, flood lights, lighting controls, and more. |
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| | | The DesignLights Consortium (DLC) released in final form the first major update to its Solid-State Lighting (SSL) technical requirements in over five years, as well as revisions to the Light Usage for Night Applications (LUNA) program, a DLC program to mitigate light pollution through responsible outdoor lighting. |
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| | | WalletHub has released their annual ranking of the 100 largest cities in the United States on how well they promote an environmentally friendly lifestyle. Its experts determined these rankings based on 28 key “green” indicators, such as greenhouse gas emissions per capita, percentage of green space, percentage of commuters who drive vehicles, bike ... |
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| | | WalletHub's recent report ranks 100 cities based on 28 green indicators, revealing the least environmentally friendly cities, predominantly from Arizona and southern states, and offering insights into their environmental shortcomings. |
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| | | Every three years, the EC&M audience anxiously awaits the release of the latest edition of the National Electrical Code (NEC). With this cycle’s round of changes, the 2026 NEC brings a wide range of updates, reorganizations, and new requirements that affect nearly every facet of the electrical industry. |
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| | | Using the 2023 NEC, test your Code knowledge to determine what’s wrong with these electrical installations in this five-question quiz. After submitting your answers, you can enter for a chance to win a $25 gift card to Amazon! Note: You don’t have to get all the answers correct to win. |
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| | | Lighting makes work possible—and connected lighting systems are delivering improvements in efficiency, longevity, and strategy. Here’s what you need to know about the value of good lighting. |
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| | | Hossley Lighting and Power Solutions (HLPS), Dallas, Texas, is a manufacturers' rep for lighting and electrical products in Texas, Arkansas, Louisiana, Mississippi, Oklahoma, Tennessee, Alabama, and Florida Panhandle. |
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