Retrofitting Responsibly: Sustainable Lighting Upgrades That Support Your Community

Session details:

As the pace of innovation accelerates, venues and designers face increasing pressure to modernize lighting systems. But what happens to the gear that gets left behind? In this session, we’ll reframe sustainability not just as “energy savings,” but as a holistic strategy that includes repairability, reuse, responsible disposal, and community support.

From retrofitting legacy systems to creatively repurposing outdated fixtures, we’ll explore how to keep lighting out of the landfill—and in the hands of those who need it most. You’ll walk away with practical strategies for planning upgrades that are environmentally responsible, cost-effective, and socially impactful.