Richard Garrett, Application & Channel Marketing Manager – Global at Thorn Lighting, shines a light on the company’s ongoing commitment to circular design.
In an era where environmental consciousness is a top priority, Thorn Lighting stands out as a pioneer in the lighting industry, actively integrating circular design principles to usher in a new breed of sustainable solutions. The company’s dedication to environmental responsibility is evident in its innovative products such as the Chalice downlight, Avenue outdoor luminaire, and Omega Moduline, each embodying the ethos of circular design.
Shining examples
The Chalice downlight is a shining example of Thorn Lighting’s commitment to sustainability. It has earned a prestigious SILVER design for disassembly rating, showcasing its tool-less assembly and a keen focus on sustainability.
The broad range of form factors, lumen outputs, emergency offerings and surface and suspended options, makes it an enormously diverse solution. You’re also able to achieve up to 140 lm/w with an exceptionally comfortable lit effect.
Additionally, for the built-in emergency options, we utilise LiFePO4 technology to ensure a long cycle life and increased energy density during the solutions’ lifetime when compared to older emergency technologies.
The Avenue outdoor luminaire is undergoing a redevelopment to offer customers a fully circular and upgradable solution. This forward-thinking approach includes the launch of refurbishment kits, allowing users to extend the lifespan of their luminaires and reduce the overall environmental impact.
Moreover, the luminaire boasts an impressively high material recyclability, emphasising Thorn’s commitment to creating products that contribute positively to the circular economy.
Circular design principles
Thorn’s Omega Moduline further exemplifies the company’s dedication to circular design principles. This innovative linear LED system is engineered for longevity, featuring replaceable LED modules and drivers.
The deep recessed cells and primary lenses not only ensure glare control and excellent efficacy but also contribute to the product’s durability. The tool-free, quick-connect system and Variable Colour Temperature (VCT) ranging from 2700 K to 6500 K underscore Thorn’s commitment to user-friendly and customisable lighting solutions.
One of the key aspects of Thorn’s sustainable initiatives lies in its recognition of the value of Environmental Product Declarations (EPDs). EPDs play a crucial role in assessing and measuring the sustainability credentials of lighting solutions.
Thorn has a well-established history of producing quality EPDs that meticulously outline parameters such as embodied and operational carbon, global warming potential, material composition, and recyclability over the entire product lifecycle.
By obtaining EPDs for products, Thorn not only demonstrates transparency in its environmental impact but also provides a valuable tool for project stakeholders seeking green building certification.
The information contained in EPDs allows architects, designers, and decision-makers to make informed choices that align with their sustainability goals. This commitment to producing reliable and comprehensive EPDs serves as a lever, enabling projects to secure funding and recognition for their green building efforts.
Thorn Lighting’s strategic integration of circular design principles into products like the Chalice downlight, Avenue outdoor luminaire, and Omega Moduline showcases a commitment to sustainability that goes beyond mere rhetoric.
By emphasising innovation, user experience, and environmental responsibility, the way is being paved for a brighter and more sustainable future in the realm of lighting design.
The company’s dedication to providing accurate and transparent sustainability information through EPDs further solidifies its position as a leader in the pursuit of eco-friendly lighting solutions.
When specifying Thorn products for your project. Don’t forget to ask us for an EPD, at SKU level, for the precise solution that you need to bring your project to life.
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LIGHTING A GREENER CAMPUS FOR A BRIGHTER FUTURE
A good example of Thorn Lighting’s commitment to excellence can be seen in the specification of exterior luminaires at Munster Technological University Kerry (MTUK), reducing the establishment’s external energy consumption and costs by over 50%, while creating a warmer and more inviting ambience on campus.
After the successful interior and emergency lighting upgrade as part of their Building and Estates Energy Projects, Munster Technological University Kerry’s (MTUK) sought to upgrade the existing street and building surround lighting. The university’s Green Campus Mission prioritises environmental considerations, aiming to identify, advance, and promote its Green Agenda with the ultimate goal of minimising its environmental impact.
The objective of the exterior lighting upgrade was twofold: to decrease energy consumption and carbon footprint while enhancing lighting aesthetics, utilising a 3000K colour temperature for car park lighting and 4000K against the buildings.
Creative combinations of functional and decorative light
A balanced blend of functional and decorative lighting elements was employed. The Dark Sky-approved 3000K Isaro Pro state-of-the-art streetlights in the car parks deliver exceptional efficiency and minimise the impact of artificial light on the environment.
Incorporating decorative D-CO LED luminaires such as Piazza, Eyekon, Katona, and Leo, meticulously designed for energy efficiency, has allowed the university to make significant strides toward reducing its environmental footprint while adding visual interest and safety enhancements to the buildings.
Strategic lighting temperature selections have optimised visibility and ambience campus-wide. By combining 3000K for car park lighting and 4000K for building surrounds, MTUK has cultivated a warm, inviting atmosphere conducive to fostering a sense of community and engagement among students, staff, and local visitors.
WHICH PRODUCTS WERE USED ON THE PROJECT?
• Isaro Pro
• D-CO LED
• Piazza
• Eyekon
• Katona
• Leo
A results business
Thorn Lighting’s LED luminaires have delivered remarkable results, halving annual external energy consumption from 105,308 kWh to 53,106 kWh and reducing CO2 emissions from 35,561 kg to 17,163 kg. This achievement underscores MTUK’s dedication to sustainability and highlights the tangible benefits of investing in energy-efficient solutions.
With a payback period of less than 4.5 years and enduring benefits, MTUK’s investment in Thorn Lighting’s solutions will illuminate the path to a brighter, greener future.
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