February 2026

THE ACTION REPORT

Essential facility services and LED retrofit news intel from around the web.

Commercial Lighting Automation Series

This 4-part series explores how AI-powered lighting automation helps commercial buildings reduce energy use, lower costs, and improve performance, covering control strategies, system architecture, and integration with broader building technologies for smarter, more efficient operations in 2026 and beyond.

Exploring the Types of Control Systems

AI-Enhanced Lighting Control Strategies

Know Your Technology Architecture

The Future of AI-Driven Lighting Automation

Featured Articles

Understanding LED End-of-Life and Failures

LEDs rarely fail all at once. Heat, drivers, power quality, materials, and installation all influence performance. Understanding LED end-of-life and failure modes helps building owners prevent premature replacements and protect long-term lighting investments.

Fluorescent Tubes vs. LED

Fluorescent tubes once set the standard for commercial lighting, but LED tubes now lead in efficiency, lifespan, light quality, and safety. Understanding these differences helps facilities reduce energy costs, maintenance demands, and environmental impact.

A 2026 Guide to Commercial Color Temperature

Color temperature plays a significant role in comfort, focus, and brand perception. This 2026 guide explains how LED technology, smart controls, and tunable lighting help commercial spaces select the right CCT for performance, experience, and energy efficiency.

New Trends Shaping Commercial Lighting

Commercial lighting design in 2026 blends human-centric strategies, AI-driven controls, sustainability, and architectural integration. These trends are reshaping how spaces support wellness, efficiency, flexibility, and brand experience across modern commercial environments.

National Facility News

How DLC 6.0 Is Reshaping Efficient Lighting Programs

DLC SSL Version 6.0 and LUNA 2.0 raise the bar for efficient lighting, emphasizing controls, higher efficacy, and responsible outdoor illumination, changes that will shape product design, rebate eligibility, and lighting strategies starting in 2026.

Human Centric Lighting and the Future of Workplace Wellness

Human centric lighting design aligns office environments with human biology, improving focus, comfort, and wellbeing. When paired with smart controls, lighting becomes a strategic tool that supports productivity, energy efficiency, and healthier workplaces.

AI In Smart Building Management

AI in building management turns sensor and system data into real-time insights, helping facilities reduce energy use, prevent equipment failures, and improve occupant comfort while enabling teams to focus on strategic oversight instead of manual tasks.

What the 2026 LEED Deadlines Mean for Building Owners

Upcoming LEED certification deadlines in 2026 will affect project registration, version selection, and long-term eligibility. Understanding the transition timelines for LEED v4, v4.1, and v5 helps owners protect incentives, ESG goals, and asset value.

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