Ryo by Intra-Lighting
Sustainability in manufacturing is crucial for creating a better world. It involves reducing the negative impact of industrial production on the environment, society, and the economy. By adopting sustainable practices, manufacturers can improve efficiency, minimize waste, and create safer and healthier workplaces, better products, and a more robust economy. This month, we focus on lighting manufacturers who produce energy-efficient LED products and practice sound sustainability practices.
Intra-Lighting
Wave
Intra Lighting is a sustainable and ethical company that is 100% powered by green energy. The company sources approximately 97% of its components within Europe, thus reducing transportation costs and pollution. As it works to become a net-zero company, the focus is on offering circular and human-friendly products that promote healthy living and improved well-being through light.
Frasch
Spoke
Fräsch believes that sustainability and design go hand-in-hand. Their acoustical solutions are made with PET felt and contain 55% post-consumer recycled content. In addition, they have multiple sustainability certifications and offer solutions that help you earn LEED points. All applications are made in the USA, and when possible, products are shipped flat, thus reducing their carbon footprint.
Lumato
S3
Lumato's family of linear fixtures can be trusted to enhance the visual appeal of architectural spaces and promote human-centric lighting. According to Lumato, lighting should thoroughly illuminate a space and seamlessly integrate with the chosen design aesthetic. Additionally, Lumato is committed to sourcing and producing its products locally, which helps to reduce transportation costs and pollution by minimizing the distance traveled by carriers.
Signify
Riverstone
This company has proven its dedication to sustainable leadership and innovation by creating groundbreaking technologies such as ultra-energy efficient lighting and EyeComfort lighting. They also design their products for a circular economy and use sustainable materials that can be recycled and are bio-circular. Additional efforts include phasing out most plastic packaging materials for consumer products. Plans include doubling efforts to accelerate progress and help their customers do the same.