OTHER EVENTS AND NEWS

IES26 Accepting Research Tracks and Posters

Deadline February 26th. IES26: The Lighting Conference is accepting Research Tracks and Posters. The Conference will be held at the Grand Hyatt Denver in Denver, CO August 13-15, 2026

Incoming President Message 2026

As Zachary Pearson takes the gavel, his commitment is to keep the IESNYC a space where both longstanding members and newcomers feel seen, supported, and connected.

New Year, New Leadership: The 2026 IESNYC Board

Four fresh faces will lend their experience the new Board of Managers. Members at all career stages are welcome to step forward and contribute their energy too.

Celebrating IESNYC 40 Under 40 Winners

We are pleased to honor our IESNYC members for their exceptional talent, creativity, and forward-thinking contributions to architectural lighting.

IES Webinar The LED Dilemma: Rethinking LED Sustainability

February 5, 2026. The first generation of LED luminaires are now reaching the end of their life. Join us as we explore why, what it means for the future of architectural lighting, and how to create solutions that prioritize longevity and circular design.

Call for Speakers: 2026 IES Street & Area Lighting Conference

Deadline February 3, 2026. Submissions for consideration for the 2026 IES Street and Area Lighting Conference in Phoenix, AZ, November 8-11, are being accepted

David Mintz

IN MEMORIAM. The New York City lighting community remembers David Mintz as one of the founding fathers of modern lighting design, held in high esteem by his contemporaries.