LEDs
Dazzling Light Installation by Bruce Munro Set to Sprout at Longwood Gardens
Circuitry really is the new root system, no? Wires connecting us all over the planet. So it’s inspiring to envision the coming work of artist Bruce Munro: a field of glowing orbs growing up out of
Revolights LEDs Are Head and Tail Lights That Make Your Bike Glow
Bike lighting is usually a pretty pedestrian affair: a handlebar-mounted headlight and possibly a seat-mounted rear flasher to make the bike visible to motorists. Palo Alto startup Revolights wants to
Pierre Ospina’s Blossom Lamps Create Diverse Gardens of LED Light
Pierre Ospina’s Blossom Bulbs create a unique garden of light that is directly inspired by natures’ diversification through growth. These rubber lamps are varied in width and height and are
Branch: A Cool New LED Garden Light Styled to Look Like a Twig
We’re big fans of all of the futuristic new LED lights that have been popping up, but sometimes their shiny, modern looks distract from an outdoor space’s natural beauty. That’s why we
Colorful LED-Lit Skateboards Keep Thrashers Safe at Night
Clear29′s LT LED-lit skateboards are a triple threat – they’re a green way to get around, they keep the rider safe at night and they look totally wicked. Each tricked-out board is
U.S. Navy To Install LED Lights In Submarines Following Complaint
Who said complaining at work never gets you anywhere? Based on the sole complaint of one sailor, the US Navy is set to transform its entire lighting system in its fleet of submarines. Traditionally U.S.
7-Eleven to Open 100 Green Stores in Japan
7-Eleven Japan found success with an eco-friendly store prototype that they will now officially open in 100 different locations by the end of the month.
Green Lighting 101: Your Guide to Energy Efficient Interior Lighting
When it comes to energy efficiency, the easiest way to start cutting down your monthly bill is through your home’s lighting. By making simple changes to the types of bulbs you’re using, you
Company Turns LED Ceiling Lights into Wireless Internet Source
You could soon be getting your internet at the speed of light! Well, not literally, but one company is divising a system that uses LED ceiling lights to transmit data (namely the internet) to computers
Fun Bamboo Desklamp by Green Tuna Design
We love that this simple LED desk lamp by Green Tuna Design doesn’t take itself too seriously, even though it’s got some major green cred. Not only is it lasercut from 5mm sustainable bamboo
Gold Nanoparticles Could Transform Trees Into Street Lights
Street lights are an important part of our urban infrastructure — they light our way home and make the roads safe at night. But what if we could create natural street lights that don’t need
LED Installation Sheds Light on the Plight of Endangered Starlings
Each autumn thousands of Starlings flock to the UK to spend the winter. This natural phenomena creates wonderfully fluctuating shapes known as murmurations, where the Starlings meet together before
Stunning Chandelier Features Dandelion-Encased LEDs
At one time or another, many of use can recall plucking a dandelion from the Earth and blowing its delicate florets to the wind with a wish in mind. Enchanted by this wonder-filled aesthetic and slight
NIST Scientists Unveil Glowing “Nanowire LEDs”
Researchers at the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) recently lit up the world of lighting technology as they unveiled a new type of glowing nanowires that feature properties similar
Turner Solar Powered LED Lamps are an Elegant Lighting Solution
The Turner Lamp is a simple, elegant LED light that is powered by the sun. During the day, turn the lantern upside-down so it can soak up the sun’s rays. In the evening, turn the lantern back and it
Luminous LED Pots Will Make You See Planters in a New Light
Bored to tears by run-of-the-mill, non-glowing plant pots (so very 2009)? Then feast your eyes on these babies. Illuminated by LED lights, these luminescent planters from Rotoluxe are translucent, giving
Dexia Towers’ 72,000 Rainbow LEDs Light Up to Show Tomorrow’s Weather
Photo credit: ssmot Thinking about turning on the news or heading to Weather.com to check out the forecast? Bo-ring! Wouldn’t it be infinitely cooler if you could just glance over at a giant
Starlight LED Lamp Made From Recycled Coins
New York designer Kellam Clark‘s magical Starlight lamp is a “shining” example of long-lasting, sustainable design with its combination of LED lights and recycled metal coins that cast
Scientists Find Way to Turn LED Lights Into Wireless Internet Source
Photo: Velo Steve via Flickr LEDs are already known for being a super energy efficient way to light up a room, but did you know that they might also be a way for you to connect to the internet?
Set Your Own Mood Lighting With An LED Light Wand Ceiling
If you had a ceiling like this one, which is completely covered in LEDs, you could, on a whim, change the lighting in your room. Draw The Lights, by Seo Dong-Hun, is a concept for a customizable LED
No Glue No Screws LED Clamplamp Grasps Our Attention
Here’s another reader submitted idea that really got a hold on us. In dcannam‘s own words: “The Clamplamp explores the concept of “truth” in design where the main objective
Cheap LEDs to Light Up Africa and Beyond
We love our LEDs for lamps and Christmas lights, but there’s a global application for LEDs that could bring inexpensive and efficient light to the 75% of Africa that lacks dependable access to
PEAR LIGHT: Nick Foley’s Portable LED Pears
If you like the portability of the Phillips LED Candle light, but want something a bit “sweeter,” check out Nick Foley’s Pear Light. Custom made from hand-forged steel, this tree of
LED Lights: Dreamin’ of a Green Christmas
The holidays are just around the bend! For all you holiday planners with decorating on the brain, make sure to light up your holiday nights this year with the greenest Christmas lights available - LEDS.
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