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Light-Emitting Glass

Clean the Sky - Positive Eco Trends & Breakthroughs

Saaz Glass

— May 22, 2008 — Eco
Forget about light bulbs and brace yourself for exciting interior decor designs. After the recent breakthrough of light-emitting wallpaper, we have the world's first active light-emitting glass by Saazs.

Saaz uses planilum technology to create this innovative glass which can be incorporated into shelves and tables and other furniture, providing an elegant understated ambient lighting solution.

According to the makers, the average lifespan of the glass plate is 50,000 hours, which is about 20 years of domestic use. To make things even better 90% of the design can be recycled, making it very eco friendly.

The product currently has an efficiency halfway between a conventional bulb and a toxic neon light but Saaz is aiming to improve the light efficiency to reach the neon light efficiency without its toxicity within 3 years.
Trend Themes
1. Light-emitting Glass - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Explore the application of light-emitting glass in various industries, such as interior design and furniture manufacturing, to create elegant ambient lighting solutions.
2. Active Glass - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop advanced active glass technology that can be incorporated into different products, such as shelves and tables, for improved functionality and aesthetics.
3. Eco-friendly Lighting - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Invest in developing eco-friendly lighting solutions, like the recyclable light-emitting glass, to meet the growing demand for sustainable products in the lighting industry.
Industry Implications
1. Interior Design - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Incorporate light-emitting glass into interior design projects to transform traditional lighting systems and create unique and atmospheric spaces.
2. Furniture Manufacturing - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Integrate active glass technology into furniture designs, providing multi-functional pieces with built-in customizable lighting options.
3. Lighting Industry - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Collaborate with Saazs and other companies to develop high-efficiency, non-toxic light-emitting glass, revolutionizing the lighting industry with sustainable and long-lasting lighting solutions.
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