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LEDucation 2026 Call for Speakers

Deadline for Submissions is September 15, 2025. LEDucation is now accepting speaker proposals for its 2026 Conference, taking place April 14–15 at the New York Hilton Midtown in New York City. Virtual sessions will be held the week prior to the in-person event. LEDucation provides insightful presentations, panel discussions, practical case studies, and addresses topics exploring emerging issues. The Conference will highlight the latest technologies, regulatory updates, essential issues, and lighting trends. Sessions are AIA CES–approved with many carrying AIA HSW approval as well. This Educational Conference draws expert lighting and architectural professionals along with those who are new to the industry—many seeking CEUs. Be sure your submission includes actionable takeaways and practical guidance that participants can immediately apply in their work. Call for Speakers – LEDucation

Your Guide to LEDucation 2025 and the EdisonReport Media Network

As LEDucation 2025approaches, attendees can look forward to an exciting lineup of virtual sessions, in-person events, and special recognitions. Below is everything you need to know, including schedules and registration details. 13–14 March: Virtual Sessions LEDucation 2025 offers 15 virtual sessions over two days, covering a diverse range of lighting industry topics. Attendees can register for individual sessions ($20 per session) or purchase a full virtual pass ($50) for access to all.  Register here.  Your Guide to LEDucation 2025 – EdisonReport

Telling Time – 12-hour time is a very ancient system that traces back to the Mesopotamian empires. They had a cultural fixation with the number 12, used a base-12 numerical system, and divided up most things into 12ths whenever possible – including day and night. The 12 hours of day and 12 hours of night system spread throughout Europe and the Middle East and has defied multiple attempts to change it over the centuries. Also, for anyone curious as to why there was such a love of the number 12, it was because that was how they counted on their hand. Look at your hand. Notice how each of your fingers minus your thumb has three easily identifiable parts to it. They used to count by using their thumb to count each part of the finger, much in the same way we count to 10 using our fingers today. So, 12 was the max you could count on one hand.