Lighting Industry Resources

Reference information to help lighting professionals stay informed and educated about our industry.

Industry Associations

• AIA – The American Institute of Architects
• IALD – International Association of Lighting Designers
• IDA – Internation Dark-Sky Association
• IESNA – The Illuminating Engineering Society of North America
• LCA – Lighting Controls Association
• NCQLP – National Council on Qualifications for the Lighting Professions
• NEMA – National Electrical Manufacturers Association
• NLB – National Lighting Bureau

Reference, Codes, and Standards

• ASHRAE – American Society of Heating, Refrigerating and Air-Conditioning Engineers
• California Appliance Efficiency Standards
• California Title 24 Building Standards
• DOE Building Energy Codes Program
• Energy Star
• International WELL Building Institute
• U.S. DOE Energy Efficency and Renewable Energy
• USGBC – U.S. Green Building Council

Lighting Education

• Advances in LED Thermal Management
• LED Drivers, A Practical Understanding
• Lighting Research Center
• Architectural Lighting – LED – Understanding Optical Performance
• Lighting Education Online (LRCr)
• The Difference Between Dry, Dam, and Wet Rated
• Understanding LED Lighting (ECM)