Lighting Science Group, a leading developer and manufacturer of
intelligent and energy-efficient light emitting diode (LED) lighting
solutions, launched the industry's widest line of replacement LED lamps
for both commercial and residential lighting applications. The uniquely designed lamps offer unparalleled light output, matching traditional
technology at a fraction of the energy consumption.
The new line delivers unprecedented levels of energy efficiency, light
quality and output as compared with other options. The unique design optimizes
the lamp's thermal management, enabling a life of up to 50,000 hours (10-30
years). The lamps consume 80 percent less energy than conventional lighting
sources, while matching light output. The company is initially targeting the
estimated five billion Edison-based sockets in North America .
LSG's new portfolio features the lighting industry's most extensive range
of LED lamps, consisting of six different styles of Edison-based lamps in both
cool and warm white and in narrow and wide beam distributions.
"The unrivaled performance of our new LED lamps will significantly reduce
lifetime operating costs for customers," said Govi Rao , chief executive
officer of Lighting Science Group. "Our technological leadership allows us to
offer the most environmentally friendly solutions without compromising
performance."
LED options require $738.40 less in total spending than incandescent bulbs
and $72.49 less than compact fluorescent light bulbs (productdose.com). By
2025, rapid adoption of LEDs in the United States alone can eliminate a
cumulative 258 million metric tons of carbon emissions, save $115 billion in
total electricity costs and avoid the construction of 133 new power plants
(Optoelectronics Industry Development Association). Beyond energy savings,
installing an LED lamp instead of a fluorescent bulb can save approximately
two to four tons of mercury from being released into the atmosphere in the
United States each year (Mercury Policy Project).