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May 6, 2024

In the latest survey, 66 percent of panel members reported "unchanged" conditions, consistent with March’s findings. However, an increased share of respondents reporting “worse” conditions led to a decrease in the current conditions component to 46.7 points in April, down from the previous month’s 53.7. This is the first time since July 2023 the current gauge dropped below the threshold value of 50, indicating a contracting electroindustry sector.

May 6, 2024

Lightovation, the largest residential lighting trade event in North America, will have a new format starting in January 2025 with a four-day event taking place Wednesday, January 8 through Saturday, January 11. The winter and the summer show will now have the same number of days to allow for maximum efficiency for both attendees and exhibitors. Interior Designer Preview Day will remain in place the day before Lightovation officially begins.

May 2, 2024

This one isn’t exactly about light pollution, but you’re going to want to hear it anyway. It’s all about 5G. No, not the “5G cell towers are giving you Covid 19” conspiracy, this is about the deleterious effects of radio frequency waves on your health. With the lack of updated standards, and the usual corporate protectionism, this train is full speed ahead unless people like Odette can cut the tracks. Take your phone away from your head!

April 29, 2024

The AIA/Deltek Architecture Billings Index (ABI) reported a score of 43.6 for the month of March, indicating business conditions continue to soften for architecture firms. This marks the 14th consecutive month of declining billings at firms as inflation, supply chain issues and other economic challenges continue to affect business. All regions of the country reported a decline in billings, with business conditions looking the softest this month at firms in the Midwest and the South.