As the lighting industry continues to innovate, we’re introduced to more advanced and competent technology.

For example, the adoption of LED lighting from fluorescent and incandescent bulbs.

LED lighting is an alternative that has proven to deliver better health, environmental, and economical benefits over traditional lighting. As we seek sustainable alternatives in everyday life, LEDs are becoming increasingly popular especially in residential and commercial settings.

Why should we choose LED lighting?

Reduced consumption of resources

Compared to traditional lights, LEDs use approximately 50% less energy with a typical lifespan of 40 times longer. This is valuable in any application but especially in settings where lights are on for long periods of time.

For example, hospitals, commercial offices, warehouses and facilities often keep certain lights on at all times. Reducing energy consumption is vital to lower costs and environmental impact.

LEDs are also flexible in design and operation. They can be made to produce a range of colors, intensities, and temperatures for different purposes.

This versatility and durability reduces the quantity of lights required for a project, thus saving resources and costs.

Environmentally conscious alternative

Firstly, fluorescents and incandescent bulbs contain mercury. This chemical is harmful for the environment and humans, especially upon disposal.

Aside from reducing energy consumption, LEDs are manufactured without harmful chemicals. This ensures safe disposal without releasing mercury or UV radiation.

Second, LEDs produce significantly less heat and essentially remain at room temperature. This is important for safety, especially in commercial and industrial settings where lights are on for long periods.

This voids the risk of burns when being handled and/or accidental fires from excessive heat production.

Health benefits

In addition to other benefits, LEDs also supports human health. LED lighting can produce different color temperatures and intensities of light. This imitates natural light to a closer degree.
For example, LEDs can replicate high awareness light levels (daytime) and low awareness levels as nighttime approaches.

This benefits human health by balancing and aligning with our natural circadian rhythm throughout the day. Thus, we experience less headaches, tension and find it easier to sleep.