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New White Paper: Solar is Lighting the Future of Electrical Contracting
Oct 19, 2026
For electrical contractors, the days of relying on AC power to light streets, paths, parks and even parking lots are numbered. Local governments are now realizing that an investment in solar lighting is one that pays dividends over its extended life, which has translated into a greater demand for
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On Trend: What’s new in lighting?
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While the tide is rising or falling on some lighting trends and others are still in their infancy, all should be on electrical contractors’ radars.
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![New Life for Tax Deduction: Lighting’s role in the expanded CBTD]()
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Raising the Bar Again on Light Bulb Efficiency
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![Please Step Outside: Outdoor LEDs and lighting controls]()
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![Predicting Glare: Controlling brightness is at the heart of good lighting design]()
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![Adding Functionality to Fixtures: Luminaire-level lighting control is a flexible, energy-saving solution]()
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![GUV Lamp Guidance: Safety risks and recommended practices for germicidal lighting]()
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![DLC Issues Outdoor Lighting Requirements: LUNA light pollution specification could impact market]()
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