Signify Academy: Light that connects [podcasts]

Signify Academy

Light that connects By bringing lighting together with data and the Iot, you can create spaces that adapt to your needs, making them more efficient, connected, and sustainable. A series of podcasts & audiobooks about connected lighting and all of its aspects. From the early beginnings till lighting for the internet of things and beyond. Listen and learn more about the connected lighting world. Brought to you by the Signify Academy

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Lighting and climate action

How connected LED is a must-have for climate action, what it can do, how cities and businesses can take advantage, what else needs to be done. Our commitment , energy efficiency and connected lighting. With Harry Verhaar , Head of Global Public & Government Affairs, Signify. The articles from Signify on The Sustainability Project by Economist Impact can be found here: Article 1: Cities’ road to 2050: Lighting the way to sustainable growth Article 2: Brighter Lives: Connected lighting benefit...

Dec 12, 2023•25 min•Ep. 4

A brief history of electric light: how we got here?

Evolution of Philips to Signify and the different inflection points along the way. From the Edison bulb->fluorescents->LEDs for illumination->connected lighting- to IoT lighting. And what’s to come? With Greg Nelson , Business Leader, Professional Systems & Services at Signify and moderated by Jonathan Weinert Check out the Interact website...

Nov 14, 2023•27 min•Ep. 3

What makes connected lighting connected?

Fundamental descriptions/demystification of what the “connected” in connected lighting means. Digital connectivity is also the future of lighting. But because it’s in ceilings everywhere from a hospital to a home, in streets, carparks and vehicles – lighting has a far more important role to play. It will become the smart infrastructure behind seamless connectivity: sensing your smartphone as you enter the building; relaying information from various sensors; tracking your movement through corrido...

Oct 24, 2023•12 min•Ep. 2

The 6 ages of light

The concept of the " Six Ages of Light " refers to a historical framework that categorizes the development and evolution of lighting technology throughout human history. Tune in and listen, learn and feel free to share. These ages highlight significant advancements in lighting methods and technologies. Age of Fire Age of Candles Age of Gas Age of Electricity Age of Automation Age of Solid-State Lighting With Mike Simpson , Lighting Application Specialist and moderated by Jonathan Weinert...

Sep 25, 2023•26 min•Ep. 1

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