Joined Up Lighting is a series of free to attend seminars

The latest seminar in the series organised by PLDA, ILE, IALD and SLL

The New Part L: Will it Really Reduce Carbon Emissions?

kindly sponsored by se'lux

Opening speakers:

David Bleicher, Principal Research Engineer, BSRIA Design & FM Innovation
Iain Macrae, Lighting Applications Manager, UK & Ireland, Thorn Lighting and Vice-President of the SLL

Part L legislation for interior lighting has been with us since the turn of the century – and is now entering its third incarnation. The Government sees it as the most effective method for making energy savings, and subsequent CO₂ reductions, from interior lighting schemes. However, some lighting design practitioners see its energy targets as misguided, ineffective and inimical to good lighting design. Does Part L’s emphasis on luminaire efficiency take into account the overall interior ambience and the visual comfort of users? And does its neglect of automated controls (such as daylight and presence sensing) miss real opportunities for substantial energy savings that don’t compromise good design? This session of ‘Joined up Lighting’ will explore these important questions.

Venue details: Building Design Partnership

The seminar starts at 2.30pm. Drinks and snacks will be provided after the close at 5.00pm.

Entry is free but prior registration is essential. Booking opens 1 January 2010.