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Mainstream Eco Voltage

Cheaper eco lights are leading to the death of the incandescent lightbulb

Implications - The price of low voltage lighting has come down dramatically, leading to the rapid death of the incandescent lightbulb. Although eco lights aren't cheaper to buy, they're cheaper to run. People can comfortably think of longer term benefits as reduced prices mean LED and other eco lighting options are now within price reach.
Trend Themes
1. Rise of Eco-lighting Options - The price reduction of eco lighting options leads to declining sales for incandescent bulbs, opening market opportunities for LED and other affordable eco lighting alternatives.
2. Growth of Solar-powered Products - Increasing use of solar power in products ranging from security lights to traffic controllers and outdoor lighting solutions leads to opportunities in this market.
3. Innovative Use of Discarded Materials - Repurposing waste as the energy source for lighting applications sparks a wave of interest, as seen in products like the Gaon Street Light and the Solar Street Light Kit.
Industry Implications
1. Lighting Solutions - Companies that invest in eco-friendly, affordable, and cutting-edge lighting solutions will capture environmentally-aware consumers and establish themselves as market leaders.
2. Solar Energy - With the growing popularity of solar-powered products, companies developing cost-effective and practical solutions to harness the power of the sun will thrive.
3. Sustainable Design - Incorporating waste products and recycled materials in innovative ways to create eco-friendly designs will be appealing to customers who value both the environment and style.
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The Solar Street Light Kit from Lost Values breathes new life into those crusty Chucks and beat down New Balances of yours. Originally the brainchild of a Scottish design firm, the Solar Street Light Kit… MORE
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Christensen & Co Arkitekter's Green Lighthouse Project
While this eco-friendly lighthouse is gentle on the environment, it's incredibly stimulating for the visual senses as it's a very unique pieces of modernist architecture. "The building is going to serve… MORE
Forever Green Stop Lights
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The Solar Traffic Light is Eco-Friendly Traffic Controller
The Solar Traffic Light has been designed by Cheng-Tsung Feng, Yao-Chieh Lin and Bo-Jin Wangto to obtain power from the sun via the solar panel on top of the light. Obviously applicable in every city in… MORE
Solarized Street Lamps
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Gotham Luminaires Lights Path to United Nations Climate Change Conference
The United Nations Climate Change Conference (or COP15) is about to take place in Copenhagen, so it’s no wonder that the city is incorporating eco-friendly elements into its urban landscape. On the… MORE
Reflector Lanterns
Reflector Lanterns
Steve Halterman Creates a Colorful Twist on Decor
Jazz up your outdoor decor with a treat for the eyes designed by Steve Halterman. Coming in orange, green or blue, these nifty lanterns will light up anyones life and make it more colorful. Consisting… MORE
Pedal-Powered Pines
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The Copenhagen Christmas Tree Will Light Up With Aerobic Energy
Danish citizens will have a tremendous role to play in lighting up this year’s Copenhagen Christmas tree. The annual tree will be lit using the energy generated from riders of 15 bikes in Copenhagen’s… MORE

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