One of the most prestigious awards for research and development in Germany, The German Future Prize, has been awarded to the group of inventors that developed the thin-film LED chip technology and its application in the Ostar family of LEDs for Osram. (Read initial nomination information in this blog – “OSRAM LED Technology Nominated for Prestigious German Tech Award.)

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The Enoree Passage of the Palmetto Trail in South Carolina has opened after nearly seven years of construction. The 36 mile trail is part of a planned 425 mile ocean to mountain trail in the area.  The Enoree Passage is now the longest stretch of the trail north of Columbia.  The trail is expected to be a great area for hiking, overnight backpacking, and tent camping for outdoor enthusiasts in the South Carolina area.  There area also stretches of the pathway that are ideal for day hiking near Duncan Creek and Prospect Corner Road. 

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The V6 Stainless Steel 6-chip LED flashlight may just be the best stocking stuffer for the season. This versatile handheld flashlight puts out an incredibly powerful light without blinding you and your family.  It can be used outdoors for evening hiking through your neighborhood or put in your bedside table or hallway to prevent stumbling over the dog late at night.  I actually have one in my gym bag for those late night jogs to the gym. 

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LEDtronics has posted a showcasing video on YouTube for their R30 LED spotlight bulbs.  These colorful incandescent replacement bulbs utilize LED technology and 25mm Edison bases and are available in 5 different angles.  The lights use only 4.5 watts of power, making them a great cost saving measure for homes and offices.  These bulbs are designed to best be suited for architects, display designers, visual merchandisers, entertainment designers and other lighting professionals.  For more on LEDtronics’ work, you can read blog post “Buckingham Palace Gets LED Chandelier in an Effort to be Green.”

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On December 5, Welland, Ontario in Canada launched the first phase of its LED outdoor lighting installations. They unveiled new 47 LED luminaries in the streetlights of Fitch Street. The new LED streetlights are part of the city’s first phase contract to update its roadway lighting applications.  The work is being completed by Relume Technologies and marks the first ever LED outdoor lighting application on a full street in North America.

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