Seeing headlines about the harmful effects of human technology on Earth - such as the impact of street lighting - can easily make us feel disheartened about the state of our planet and the damage we've already caused. From our Lake District home here in Ulverston, each team member feels connected to the beauty of the nature. We recognise how fortunate we are to enjoy it, right on our doorstep.
Research published in Frontiers in Plant Science and The Guardian revealed street lights at night cause leaves to become inedible. Hence, causing huge threats to insects through risking their food source.
Scientists in China tested two species of tree in Beijing and recorded the properties of over 5,500 leaves. Researchers found that increased illuminance made the leaves tougher. Furthermore, they also showed little or no signs of insect damage. The results suggest that trees exposed to artificial light could extend the time they perform photosynthesis. Thus, the impact of street lighting can negatively affect our ecosystem.
Ensuring biodiversity is protected and encouraged is a major focus for ecologists. However, as businesses are making more decisions in order to support habitats, we think about our innovations. We are proud to say we are helping promote these key changes for our world.
We understand the importance of protecting our night skies to preserve species, habitats and the natural order. Our continuing partnership with Lumileds, offering its LUXEON NightScape technology, combined with our rapid product realisation capabilities, is having significant impacts on the reduction of light pollution.
We reduce the disruptive effects of blue light from LEDs by offering a unique spectral distribution that delivers high-quality white light at the highest flux. Additionally, we achieve this whilst emitting less that 2% blue light in the 400-500nm spectrum. This not only allows for desirable aesthetic and performance characteristics, the solution tackles light pollution head-on.
Our goal is to reverse the impact of harmful street lights and unnecessary lighting on our environment, supporting a greener and more sustainable future.
If you’d like to find out more about how Forge and Lumileds can support sustainability aspirations for your products, speak to our team today.
