Attendees will benefit from a comprehensive programme that includes essential technical updates on compliance and sustainability among other key topics. The line-up of expert speakers will ensure a day filled with valuable knowledge and practical advice, tailored to help delegates stay ahead in the sector.

In keeping with The LIA’s commitment to encouraging a more inclusive industry, the association is delighted to continue their Emerging Talent initiative. This programme, which has been enthusiastically received, offers a 50 percent discount on forum registration to LIA members aged 40 years and younger when a full price ticket has been purchased. By supporting the next generation of lighting professionals, The LIA are ensuring that fresh perspectives continue to drive innovation within the industry.

Megan Henshaw, Marketing Manager at The LIA said “The Autumn Tech Forum is our key member event, and the ideal opportunity for members to connect with their industry peers, all in one room. We can’t wait to welcome the industry’s emerging talent to the forum.”

Dan Griffiths, The LIA’s Technical Operations Manager said “The forums impressive line-up ensures our LIA members will gain the insights needed to navigate the future of the lighting industry with absolute confidence. It’s a must attend event!”

The Autumn Tech Forum 2024 is The LIA’s key member event. It is the perfect opportunity to connect with industry peers and gain the insights needed to navigate the future of the lighting industry with confidence.

Purchase your ticket for the Autumn Tech forum here –  https://www.thelia.org.uk/member-services/events/tech-forum.html

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“This collaboration with Recolight highlights our commitment to decarbonising the lighting industry. Recolight’s extensive network of luminaire manufacturers will benefit from combined access to world-leading LCA and EPD software, and support and consulting to enable them on their decarbonisation journey,” said Panu Pasanen, Founder and CEO at One Click LCA.

“An increasing number of specifiers and end users are now demanding credible environmental metrics as part of their lighting procurement and specification. Those companies that move early will gain a competitive advantage. We are delighted that through our partnership with One Click LCA, we can provide access to industry leading LCA and EPD software that enhances embodied carbon transparency, and helps both specifiers and manufacturers move towards a low carbon future,” said Nigel Harvey, CEO at Recolight.

The strategic partnership will harness the industry-leading position of both One Click LCA and Recolight, to offer expertise, guidance, and world-leading LCA and EPD technology to the lighting industry. By generating LCAs and EPDs, lighting manufacturers will better understand the carbon impact of their products and satisfy increasing specifier and client requirements for achieving green certifications like BREEAM, LEED, Net Zero, and more.

Recolight is known for its commitment to reuse, the circular economy, and reducing greenhouse gas emissions. By partnering with One Click LCA, Recolight can offer its members and other industry stakeholders access to world-leading software — already used by several lighting manufacturers — that simplifies the process of creating accurate and credible LCAs and EPDs for their products.

Key benefits of the partnership:

• Simple EPD generation: One Click LCA’s intuitive EPD software automates the process, helping lighting manufacturers to save time and resources.
• Market differentiation & benchmarking: EPDs will help lighting manufacturers stand out in a competitive market by showcasing their products’ environmental performance.
• Meeting customer demand: With EPDs, lighting manufacturers demonstrate their commitment to reducing carbon, meet green procurement standards, and attract sustainability-focused customers.
• Expert guidance: Recolight and One Click LCA’s understanding of the lighting industry will provide support and guidance to companies helping them cut through the complexity of environmental metrics.

“The agreement with OneClick LCA is another great example of the Recolight team’s commitment to supporting and facilitating action on sustainability within the lighting industry.” Andreas Adam, chair of the Recolight board and Global Sustainability Manager Lighting at LEDVANCE.

“It is great to see Recolight taking a lead on such an important issue. Properly calculating embodied carbon and other key environmental metrics is vital for our sector, as we help our customers move towards net zero,” said Steve Meadows, Director at Recolight and Services & Operations Director at Signify.

“The agreement with One Click LCA is a really positive step for Recolight and the lighting industry. It creates the ideal conditions to expand the use of LCAs and EPDs in our sector, making credible environmental performance data more widely available,” said Stephen Bell, Services, Transformation & Compliance Director at Zumtobel and Recolight board member.

“I am delighted that Recolight has taken this step. It builds upon Recolight’s success in encouraging action on the circular economy, through webinars, and the Circular Lighting Live and Net Zero Lighting conferences,” said Andrew Clark, Director at Recolight and Financial Controller at Feilo Sylvania.

“The agreement between Recolight and One Click LCA will help Recolight members, and other lighting companies, to ensure they are not left behind as the sector moves forward with sustainability initiatives and objectives,” said Steven Reed, Director at Recolight and Commercial Manager at Trilux Lighting.

To learn more about the new service visit www.recolight.co.uk/lca

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In addition to showcasing Nichia’s leadership in the lighting industry, the roadshow will unveil sustainable lighting innovations that go beyond mere functionality. Leveraging the latest advances in LED technology, these solutions enhance light quality to engage more profoundly with human experience, cultural context, and biophilic principles, fostering a closer connection to nature within built environments.

The events will feature a comprehensive agenda that includes sessions which address local design challenges and opportunities along with hands-on lighting demonstrations to allow participants to engage directly with technology solutions both in architecture and automotive lighting.

The roadshow kicks off with a half-day forum on 19th September held at the Four Seasons Madrid, a prestigious hotel which utilizes Nichia’s latest LED solutions. The program includes conference-style presentations featuring contributions from Anoche Iluminación, Arkilum, ARUP, Estudio Lamela, Formula Luci, MadeinLED and sAtt. The presentations will explore luxury retail and hospitality lighting along with a closer look at the lighting design powered by Nichia in the historic Centro Canalejas Madrid. Attendees will also participate in a roundtable debate, led by a panel of industry experts and moderated byLightecture, on the challenges and opportunities to promote sustainability and well-being in architectural projects.

The second leg of the roadshow is held in Lyon on 6th November. Nichia will present on many topics including high CRI for indoor automotive applications, and the convergence between architectual and automotive lighting. Guest speakers include ENTPE, Cluster Lumière, Gaggione, Stilec, and Formula Luci.

Dr. Ulf Meiners, Managing Director of NICHIA Europe GmbH, emphasized the importance of the roadshow in fostering direct communication with key stakeholders, saying: “Nichia is dedicated to pushing the boundaries of sustainable lighting technology to achieve unparalleled light quality. Our roadshow is an opportunity to share this vision with the architects, designers, and innovators who will bring it to life. These events will not only showcase our latest advancements but also serve as an engaging platform for collaboration with our customers, as we work together to shape the future of lighting.”

While the roadshow events are by invitation only, a limited number of seats for the Madrid and Lyon events will be available by special request. Stay tuned for further announcements via social media on how to secure a spot.

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The Circular Lighting Live conference and exhibition takes place in London on 9^th October 2024. Delegates from AECOM, STRÖM, Nulty and WSP explain why they consider Circular Lighting Live a “must-attend”:

“Circular Lighting Live gives us an entire day under one roof where we can all share the latest in sustainability in a condensed and focused format. The topic of sustainability so heavily involves both manufacturers and designers (and more), so this gives us the opportunity to learn from one another and really dive deeper into the details.”
Sophie O’Rourke. Senior Lighting Designer, Building + Places, UK & Ireland, AECOM

“Circular economy is an ideology that needs collaboration rather than competition. Circular Lighting Live is a crucial sense check between industry peers to ensure that we are all moving in the right direction to both reduce waste and still provide great value to our clients.”
Emilio Hernandez Co Founder, STRÖM & Co Founder of The Green Light Alliance.

“It’s important to Nulty that we are present at the event as we continue with our internal stance on TM66 and designing to a minimum threshold of circularity.  CLL allows us to keep abreast of the latest in our industry, network with peers, understand product offerings, hear industry thoughts and case studies of more circular lighting schemes!”
Gary Thornton, Director, Nulty

“I’m attending Circular Lighting Live 2024 to explore innovative approaches to sustainable lighting that align with WSP’s commitment to environmental responsibility. The event’s focus on reuse and refurbishment, guided by Recolight’s Hierarchy of Lighting, is crucial as it directly impacts how we design and implement projects that minimize carbon footprint. This gathering is an excellent opportunity to collaborate with industry leaders and ensure our practices contribute to a circular economy in the lighting industry.”
Sacha Abizadeh Growth Director, WSP

Circular Lighting Live is sponsored by major lighting brands: Signify, Albis. Apollo Lighting, ASD Lighting, Bell Lighting. Evolve (Light Projects), Future Designs, Glamox, Holophane Europe Ltd, Mike Stoane Lighting, Mymesh (Chess Wise), Primelight, Silent Design, Tridonic. Trojan Lighting, Urbis Schreder.

A1 Lighting are proud media partnerships of Circular Lighting Live.

Head to circularlighting.live to book your place now.

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Eco-Friendly Lighting: The Crown Class lighting revitalization project included 69 ESPRITE Profile, 87 Spiider, 78 PAINTE Profile, 98 LEDBeam 150, and 48 ParFect 150 wash luminaires, which has reduced the Crown Class’ overall electrical consumption by an impressive 50 percent. This not only benefits the environment but also leads to reduced HVAC draw and overall fuel costs. Additionally, it significantly reduces operational and maintenance expenses. Princess Entertainment continues to invest in engaging and eco-conscious technologies to enhance guest offerings and sustainability goals.

Robe TE Technology: Robe’s revolutionary Transferable LED Engine technology allows for easy replacement of light engines, extending the fixture’s lifetime and avoiding costly and time-consuming full light engine replacements. This technology provides the flexibility to choose engines, including HP (High Performance), HCF (High Colour Fidelity), TGW (Tungsten White), or the MSL-TE™ (Multi-Spectral) engine. This ensures optimal color rendition for every performance.

Spectacular Performances: The new lighting system enhances Princess Cruises’ award-winning in-house entertainment offerings, including major original productions created in partnership with Stephen Schwartz, an Oscar, Tony, and Grammy award-winning composer.

The lighting rig upgrade for Crown, Emerald, and Ruby Princess was a significant undertaking in 2023. Robe Lighting delivered all fixtures on time for immediate installation, leading to reduced power consumption and maintenance, making the rigs more efficient for use. Working with EMF Lighting, the lighting design team was impressed with the innovative features and impressive output of the small form-factor, feature-rich fixtures. The enhanced color rendering across the TE Engines and Osram engines of the Spiider and LEDBeam fixtures has revitalized the shows, providing vibrant and saturated visuals. Onboard lighting technicians have praised the new lighting rig for its ease of use, ease of service, and its ability to enhance their designs and operational needs. Notably, the new Robe lighting system has reduced the operating noise by 53db, improving audio fidelity for guests and on-stage monitoring systems.

Matt DeJong, Fleet Lighting Supervisor for the Princess Entertainment Project team, chose Robe Lighting due to the impressive range of fixtures and Robe’s global support system, ensuring on-demand assistance no matter where in the world any Princess cruise ship might be. Princess is always grateful for the quality engineering and QA provided by Robe as all equipment worked straight out of the box, which allowed the project team to complete these time sensitive, in-service installs, with minimal disruption to onboard operations.

In addition to the all-Robe automated lighting rig, the Crown Class lighting setup was complemented with additional conventional fixtures, strobes, and UV effect units.

Photo by Matt DeJong.

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The construction and operations of buildings is deemed one of the biggest ‘climate killers’ accounting for 38 percent of global emissions according to research.

But B.E.G. in Lindlar, has become a ‘trailblazer for sustainable buildings’ thanks to the installation of a new server solution and state-of-the-art NetX building automation systems technology. The tech incorporates geothermal heat pump, ventilation, photovoltaic system, blinds, lighting, access, and security areas to form a single automation system.

At Lindlar, the geothermal system is controlled via ModBus, the photovoltaic system via BACNet. Air quality, air-conditioning, shading, the control of the gate system and accesses are controlled via KNX, the lighting control via the in-house DALI-SYS. In the high-bay warehouse, a wireless system called Casambi is also used due to its flexibility.

Different communication protocols and bus systems such as Modbus, BACnet, KNX, DALI and Casambi become a functional unit under NetX via one simple router. Heating, shading, excluding unused areas, increasing security, all improve comfort at Lindlar.

B.E.G. employees have an individual access chip which opens and closes the access gate to the premises and activates the room air conditioning when a building area is opened.

In the offices, super-flat sensors are used to control the lighting and provide increased comfort. This changes the light colour during the day and helps support the natural biorhythm of the employees. In the dark winter months, the Human Centric Lighting (HCL) function ensures a fresh start to the day.

Special HVAC wall sensors not only control temperature but humidity too so fresh, oxygen-rich air is experienced in the office rooms. In the process, it measures the proportion of volatile organic components – VOCs for short – so adhesives and chemicals that are emitted from walls, floors and furniture which can lead to feelings of illness are removed.

Human exhalations such as the smell of sweat, sulphurous compounds, essential oils, perfume, hairspray, and deodorant are also VOCs. If there are too many of these VOCs in a room, it is automatically ventilated. The sensors are also used in the conference rooms of B.E.G. where many people spend long periods of time and where permanently fresh air increases the ability to concentrate and the sense of well-being.

Hygienic and particularly energy-saving lighting of the sanitary facilities is implemented via another sensor, called the Indoor 180-KNX-DX. It reacts to movements and then switches on the light. It also has a noise detection system. This means that it also detects a presence in individual cubicles. During periods of non-use, luminaires remain switched off.

By adjusting the BMS server via a KNX router in connection with a blind actuator and a KNX weather station, building automation at Lindlar can also be adjusted to the course of the sun. In this way, the climate is much more pleasant inside during the summer, while in winter the blinds provide additional thermal insulation.

A mixture of KNX, DALI and Casambi sensors are installed in the B.E.G. warehouse building. In the high-bay warehouse area, detectors with their excellent daylight-dependent regulation in combination with KNX sensors help to ensure that optimum lighting conditions are always available.

B.E.G. has also implemented an innovative lighting guidance system where light accompanies the user through the warehouse like a ‘cloud of light’.

Thanks to sensor coordination across groups and even lines, the light is fully activated in the area where the user is located. The surrounding areas dim to a fixed orientation light value. As a result, the user never has a completely dark area in their field of vision: all adjacent, visible aisles are illuminated with orientation light.

In all unused areas, the light is automatically switched off and energy is saved. All the different systems are controlled by a server located at each site and combined with a higher-level server installed in the administration building. This allows the greatest possible degree of fail-safety through the use of several controllers as well as a maximum degree of control at the same time, and this is location-independent. The user only needs an internet-capable end device (smartphone, tablet, notebook) with a pre-installed browser and a secure connection.

The German manufacturer insists the ‘path to climate neutrality is through building automation solutions’ which is an ‘investment in the future’. Paul Jones, Sales Director of UK & Ireland at B.E.G, also says these type of systems are vital to the world in achieving its ‘climate goals’. The UK currently aims to reach Net Zero by 2050.

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The companies have signed sponsorship and exhibiting deals for the one-day conference and exhibition, organised by lighting industry sustainability authority Recolight and billed as the UK’s largest event dedicated to sustainable lighting.

“This is a major vote of confidence,” said Nigel Harvey, CEO of Recolight. “These leading brands understand the direction of travel of the sector, which is towards a sustainable low-carbon future.”

Th event, taking place at the Royal College of Physicians in London on Wednesday 9th October 2024, is designed to inspire and educate in equal measure with a programme exploring innovation in best practice, inspirational projects and design and procurement.

It brings together lighting specifiers and suppliers to consider the practical ways we can collaborate to drive sustainability.

The Programme – A hierarchy of Lighting

This year’s event is themed by Recolight’s Hierarchy of Lighting, a philosophy of prioritisation which emphasises reuse and refurbishment in lighting projects.

Circular Lighting Live 2024 features leading experts, specifiers, innovators and policy makers who will share their insights into forthcoming standards and legislation, emerging technologies and new business models.

The keynote speaker is Signify chief design officer Ton Borsboom, who will explore how AI will accelerate product development and project design.

Rachel Hoolahan, associate at architectural practice Orms, will explain how a new material passport scheme will work for luminaires while Kael Gillam, associate lighting designer at Hoare Lea, will untangle environmental data including EPDs, LCAs, TM66 and TM65.2.

Other speakers include Irene Mazzei, head of development at Stoane Lighting, Jonathan Rush, director at Hoare Lea, Paul Beale, founder of 18 Degrees and Neil McLean, of Lutron and chairman of the LIA’s sustainability working group.

Early bird booking rate until 31st July

The conference is Free to specifiers, and an early bird discounted booking rate for suppliers ends on Thursday 31st July. Further details and bookings are available at www.circularlighting.live

A1 Lighting are proud supporters of Circular Lighting Live.

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Originally designated the Prittle Brook Greenway after its refurbishment during 2010-2012, this 5.7km route serves as a vital traffic-free connection for cyclists and pedestrians in Southend-on-Sea. Linking urban areas to Woodlands Park in Hadleigh, it offers access to Priory Park, local schools, the hospital, and residential zones. Despite its significance, safety concerns hindered nighttime usage, with 50 percent of residents avoiding the path after dark due to worries about anti-social behaviour. Responding to community feedback, the Southend-on-Sea City Council allocated £225,000 to install lighting along the greenway.

The project was entrusted to the family-run independent business Marwood Lighting Solutions. To enhance safety along the rural Prittle Brook Greenway, the company sought an energy-efficient, off-grid lighting solution with integrated smart controls.

Marwood Lighting Engineers visited Southend on Sea to survey the 3.5Km of Prittle Brook Greenway between Eastwood Road and Victoria Avenue. This was to ensure that the Defender Solar powered lanterns could illuminate the pathway to BS5489-1:2020 and to review any specific site constraints that would need to be considered for the design proposal.

Marwood’s lighting design team produced plots to determine the optimum spacing between the lanterns and to satisfy Southend on Sea City Council that light spill would be carefully controlled. 6m Raise and lower columns were selected to ensure the scheme could be easily maintained in the future as the site does not allow for vehicle access.

120 Defender solar-powered lanterns were installed in the positions indicated by the lighting design by Southend’s nominated contractor in a phased programme which Marwood Lighting Solutions supported, stocking the materials and delivering in batches to suit the project roll out over several months. The solution provides a safer environment for pedestrians and cyclists, particularly during evening hours.

Cllr Meg Davidson, former cabinet member for environment, commented, “The Prittle Brook Greenway is a beloved path for walkers and cyclists in our city, but it’s clear some folks avoid it after dark due to safety concerns.

The new lights are solar-powered, so they do not need electricity and are smart too. They turn on when someone uses the path and dim down when they’re not needed, being solar powered it saves energy and money.”

David Player, Sales Director at Marwood Lighting Solutions commented, “The solar-powered Defender luminaires we selected for the Prittle Brook project are known to be performing well on many UK projects already, making them the perfect fit for this project as there was no power supply to the area which was in need of lighting. Marwood partner with the very best lighting brands globally, and our extensive collaborations enable us to deliver optimal outcomes for our clients.

The installation has significantly enhanced safety and accessibility for residents of Southend-on-Sea. By combining energy-efficient technology with smart controls, the project demonstrates a commitment to both sustainability and community welfare”.

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Signify, a world leader in lighting, today announces a new partnership with the Mercedes-AMG PETRONAS F1 Team. Connected by their shared passion for technological innovation and sustainability the partnership will drive forward the team’s vision of becoming one of the world’s most sustainable professional sports teams. 

Eric Rondolat, CEO, Signify said: “We are proud to partner with Mercedes-AMG PETRONAS F1, a team that is determined to lead both on and off the track. We share a passion for responsible innovation to drive progress in our industries and beyond. Our joint commitment to act responsibly will lead us to develop transformative and disruptive new technologies that elevate performance to the benefit of people and the planet.

We are excited to have the opportunity to support the winning objective of Mercedes-AMG PETRONAS F1, providing human-centric lighting innovations that can enhance the team’s performance. We are honored to associate our brands with one of the strongest in the world and to deliver unforgettable racing experiences for fans at the track, as well as watching and gaming at home. With many collaborations already begun, I am eager to see this partnership grow.”

Toto Wolff, Team Principal and CEO, Mercedes-AMG PETRONAS F1 Team, commented:

“Innovation and performance are at the heart of everything we do. We are also conscious of our wider social responsibilities and therefore embed sustainability in every action. Partnering with Signify is an exciting step that will help us make further progress in both of these areas. Their world-leading lighting technology already powers several night races and their pioneering commitment to climate action is inspiring. We look forward to working together to establish synergies in this area and their support in our ambition to become one of the world’s most sustainable sports teams. We also believe that wellbeing is linked closely with performance. Signify’s lighting technology and innovation will ensure optimal conditions for our team members, and we are excited to explore how we can optimise these opportunities further.”

Richard Sanders, Chief Commercial Officer, Mercedes-AMG PETRONAS F1 Team added: “We are thrilled to welcome Signify into our partner family. We are already privileged to collaborate with some of the most innovative companies in the world. Adding another world-leading business to our partner ecosystem in Signify is therefore fantastic. We are excited to collaborate with them through their innovative technology and commitment to sustainability. Together, we are confident that we will create a partnership with a profound impact and lasting legacy.”

Signify and Mercedes-AMG PETRONAS F1 are committed to responsible innovation, founded on a shared belief that performance should not come at any cost and that sustainability does not compromise on performance. As both teams continue to drive the transformation of their industries, responsible innovation elevates performance and leads to sustainable outcomes.

Environmental responsibility

Signify recently announced its 2040 Climate Transition Plan, setting out its vision to reach net zero by 2040. The company has reduced GHG emissions across the full value chain by 50 percent since 2019 and continues to advocate for energy efficiency and an accelerated energy transition. With the new partnership, comes a commitment from Signify to share knowledge and expertise to support Mercedes-AMG PETRONAS F1 Team in developing its Climate Transition Plan.

Wellbeing and performance 

To win in Formula One, every member of the team must perform to their full potential at every moment. Signify’s lighting innovations will augment the team’s efforts to create optimal conditions for drivers, engineers and team members, helping them see, feel, and perform at their best. NatureConnect, EyeComfort and other technologies will bring the power of daylight indoors to aid concentration with light that is comfortable for the eyes and, support the body’s natural rhythm and ability to adjust to a challenging global schedule.

Unforgettable experiences

Signify’s lighting shines on night-circuits in Singapore and Las Vegas, ensuring the fastest show on earth is perfectly lit. And for those not at the track, Signify delivers immersive TV and gaming surround lighting to transport fans at home to the heart of the action.

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Traverso Vighy is an architectural practice based in Italy, passionate about sustainability and nature. Light Collective is a UK based creative consultancy that specialises in international events with light at the heart of its work. Both companies are passionate about light and darkness and educating how to ensure they work well together to both reveal architecture and preserve the night sky. 

The event will take place in Monteriggioni, a medieval castle town along the Via Francigena pilgrim track connecting Canterbury to Rome and 3km further along the rural track is the monastery village of Abbadia a Isola. This tiny village is a heritage preserve and the focus of the workshop is to help create the right lighting approach throughout. 

The event comprises a number of objectives including a workshop/living lab scenario where participants can work together on site to experiment with lighting approaches and measurement techniques to create and demonstrate responsible approaches to lighting. There is an opportunity to learn about the history of the village, to discover and view the night sky with a local astronomy group, explore how to design in this kind of environment with its inherent issues and also to learn about exemplar projects, technology and case studies. 

Participants will get practical and hands-on playing with light and luminaires, learning about glare control, proper optics, appropriate colour temperature, dimming and control thus expanding their lighting portfolio and producing one or more exemplar solutions in a team for a site that will be documented and published in order to promote this approach to lighting design and widen the useable knowledge for the general public.. Participants also get to stay for two nights in the monastery located within the village and participate in a candle lit night in Monteriggioni with star gazing and a moonlit walk as part of the experience.

By inviting the local administration to be involved, the event aims to raise awareness about light pollution and promote responsible lighting practices within the region. Also to encourage individuals and organisations to take steps to reduce light pollution by using appropriate lighting fixtures, reducing unnecessary outdoor lighting and understanding about the negative impacts of light pollution on wildlife, human health and the environment.

It is a chance to be part of an intimate and exclusive experience in the unpolluted night sky of Tuscany. Going Dark aims to promote the town, the co-existence of light, architecture and darkness proving it is possible to celebrate architectural heritage whilst also considering and therefore protecting the night sky. The ultimate goal is to preserve the natural beauty of the night sky and ensure that everyone can enjoy it for generations to come.

Use this link to sign up and to find out more information: https://events.lightcollective.net/GoingDark

There is a cost to participate in the workshop of 180 Euros which includes the accommodation and the various meals.

Going Dark is working with a number of supporters to provide the best equipment and experience to the participants. Digimax and Studio Due Group will be providing technical, installation and lighting control support and luminaires will be provided by Led Linear, L&L Luce & Light, Simes, Thorn Lighting and We-ef. 

It is also supported by ROLAN, Comune di Monteriggioni, Osservatorio Astronomico Università di Siena, AD 1213, Associazione Amici del Castello, Unione Astrofili Senesi, the Tuscany Environment Foundation and LUCE magazine.

The full programme is available on the website: https://events.lightcollective.net/GoingDark

Photo credit: Matteo De Bernardini.

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