Society of Light and Lighting (SLL)
Introduction
The Society of Light and Lighting is the senior and largest professional body representing the interests of those involved in the art, science and engineering of light and lighting. It has over 2000 members in the UK and world wide and carries out a full range of activities including publications on lighting and a programme of regular seminars and conferences...more background
Watch the CIBSE Annual Lecture 2009 Webcast
It has long been said that lighting is a combination of art and science. The 2009 CIBSE Annual Lecture, presented by the Society of Light and Lighting at the Royal Institution of Great Britain, consisted of two talks exploring each aspect of this combination, beginning with the historical perspective and then looking towards the future. Watch webcast here
New Code for Lighting Launched
SLL is pleased to announce that the new SLL Code for Lighting - regarded as the definitive reference source for lighting design in the UK - is now available.
First published in 1936, the Code for Lighting was published in printed form until 1994. In 2002 the Code was published as a CD for the first time and the 2004 and 2006 editions of the Code were produced purely in CD format. The 2009 Code is again only available as a CD but it is now complimented by the recently published SLL Lighting Handbook.
In addition to the Code, the CDs feature a number of lighting guides and other information including LIF technical statements and SLL fact files. Details on road lighting are also included in the 2009 edition, while the section on maintenance factors has been completely updated. In addition Lighting Guide 9 Lighting for Communal Residential Buildings has been added to the CD.
Download an order form or order online here.
Lighting Masterclasses
New session of Lighting Masterclasses now available to book. These events are suited to anyone involved with lighting at any level: building services engineers, lighting designers, architects, specifiers and end users. Increased knowledge can never be underestimated in its value, and this gives you an opportunity to update yourself on the latest trends driving the lighting profession and built environment. Download the Brochure/booking form or book online here
Ban the Bulb- 1 September 2009
From September 1st 2009, 100 watt and frosted incandescent light bulbs will be phased out and replaced with energy-efficient alternatives.
The phased withdrawal from sale of tungsten bulbs is a government initiative which not just all of Europe, but most of the developed world is implementing as an immediate action to help reduce carbon emissions. There is a lot of mis-information that the compact fluorescent lamp is the only alternative. And in the near future there will be lamps based on LEDs which will offer the best features of all these alternatives.
For the consumer there are 3 effective choices available in the shops now:
- Plug in replacement mains Halogen lamps that save 30% energy, give instant light and can be dimmed.
- Plug in replacement low voltage lamps which save 50% energy, give instant light and can be dimmed.
- Compact fluorescent lamps that save 80% energy, switch on at 50% light and reach full output within a minute
For more information about energy saving lamps and the alternatives available, please visit these FAQ's provided by DEFRA.
'Reflections of one hundred years of lighting in Great Britain'
Members can collect their free copy of this commemorative book in person from Balham or, by prior arrangement at another SLL event or Masterclass. Alternatively, order a copy online with only postage to pay. Order online here
SLL joins Facebook community
We now have a group on Facebook. Join us now
Now Available: New SLL Lighting Handbook
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SLL's new Lighting Handbook is intended to be the first-stop for anyone seeking information on lighting. It is aimed not just at lighting practitioners and specifiers but also at students of lighting, engineering and architecture. |
SLL Celebrates 100 years!
The Society of Light and Lighting celebrates its Centenary this year.
We have a number of events planned throughout the year and a page on the website dedicated to the Centenary, with previews of events as well as a short history of how it all started...click here for more details.
