Urbis Schreder Ltd

Protecting Our Dark Skies

The presentation begins by defining “Dark Skies” and references the IDA (International Dark skies Association) and light pollution.

Next, we explore the IDA before defining light pollution, how light pollution has increased, and the challenges posed by light pollution. These include the negative impacts on human health​, disruption to wildlife​, wasted energy and finance, blocking out our view of the universe​, and the contribution to climate change​, all of which are explored separately in detail.

Then, we look at how we can protect our dark skies from the effects of light pollution. The three solutions explored are lantern shields, colour temperature and lighting controls.

LED Handrail

The presentation finishes by looking at case studies.  This course focuses on LED Handrail and the challenges designers face when specifying this light source. It covers the areas where LED handrail is used, whether LED handrail is suitable, what to consider when specifying LED handrail, what lighting standards designers should be working to within different sectors, what to consider when selecting a product and how to approach the lighting design. 

Improving Sustainability Through Connected Lighting Solutions

Lighting is key to improving sustainability, but poor design choices can negatively impact environmental, social, and economic factors.

This presentation provides a brief overview of sustainability and why improving sustainability is vital.

It advises how users can choose sustainable supply chain partners and solutions by using industry ratings and accreditations that reflect good circular economy. 

We will explore lighting design practices that are sustainable, to help designers provide the most efficient solutions available.

Finally, we discuss how connected lighting solutions can further improve sustainability by benefiting social, economic and environmental factors.