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Signify (Euronext: LIGHT), the world leader in lighting, today announces a new partnership with the Mercedes-AMG PETRONAS F1 Team. Connected by their shared passion for technological innovation and sustainability the partnership will drive forward the team's vision of becoming one of the world’s most sustainable professional sports teams.

We are proud to partner with Mercedes-AMG PETRONAS F1, a team that is determined to lead both on and off the track. We share a passion for responsible innovation to drive progress in our industries and beyond. Our joint commitment to act responsibly will lead us to develop transformative and disruptive new technologies that elevate performance to the benefit of people and the planet.

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Eric Rondolat
CEO, Signify

Eric Rondolat, CEO, Signify, continued:​

“We are excited to have the opportunity to support the winning objective of Mercedes-AMG PETRONAS F1, providing human-centric lighting innovations that can enhance the team’s performance. We are honored to associate our brands with one of the strongest in the world and to deliver unforgettable racing experiences for fans at the track, as well as watching and gaming at home. With many collaborations already begun, I am eager to see this partnership grow.”

Toto Wolff, Team Principal and CEO, Mercedes-AMG PETRONAS F1 Team, commented:​

“Innovation and performance are at the heart of everything we do. We are also conscious of our wider social responsibilities and therefore embed sustainability in every action. Partnering with Signify is an exciting step that will help us make further progress in both of these areas. Their world-leading lighting technology already powers several night races and their pioneering commitment to climate action is inspiring. We look forward to working together to establish synergies in this area and their support in our ambition to become one of the world's most sustainable sports teams. We also believe that well-being is linked closely with performance. Signify's lighting technology and innovation will ensure optimal conditions for our team members, and we are excited to explore how we can optimise these opportunities further.”

Richard Sanders, Chief Commercial Officer, Mercedes-AMG PETRONAS F1 Team, added:​

“We are thrilled to welcome Signify into our partner family. We are already privileged to collaborate with some of the most innovative companies in the world. Adding another world-leading business to our partner ecosystem in Signify is therefore fantastic. We are excited to collaborate with them through their innovative technology and commitment to sustainability. Together, we are confident that we will create a partnership with a profound impact and lasting legacy.”

Signify and Mercedes-AMG PETRONAS F1 are committed to responsible innovation, founded on a shared belief that performance should not come at any cost and that sustainability does not compromise on performance. As both teams continue to drive the transformation of their industries, responsible innovation elevates performance and leads to sustainable outcomes.

Environmental responsibility​

Signify has led the transformation and decarbonization of the lighting sector, and recently announced its 2040 Climate Transition Plan, setting out its vision to reach net-zero by 2040. The company has reduced GHG emissions across the full value chain by 50% since 2019 and continues to advocate for energy efficiency and an accelerated energy transition. With the new partnership, comes a commitment from Signify to share knowledge and expertise to support Mercedes-AMG PETRONAS F1 Team in developing its Climate Transition Plan.

Well-being and performance​

To win in Formula One, every member of the team must perform to their full potential at every moment. Signify’s lighting innovations will augment the team’s efforts to create optimal conditions for drivers, engineers and team members, helping them see, feel, and perform at their best. NatureConnect, EyeComfort and other technologies will bring the power of daylight indoors to aid concentration with light that is comfortable for the eyes and, support the body’s natural rhythm and ability to adjust to a challenging global schedule.

Unforgettable experiences​

Our lighting shines on night-circuits in Singapore and Las Vegas, ensuring the fastest show on earth is perfectly lit. And for those not at the track, Signify delivers immersive TV and gaming surround lighting to transport fans at home to the heart of the action.

Signify (Euronext: LIGHT), the world leader in lighting, today announces a new partnership with the Mercedes-AMG PETRONAS F1 Team. Connected by their shared passion for technological innovation and sustainability the partnership will drive forward the team's vision of becoming one of the world’s most sustainable professional sports teams.

We are proud to partner with Mercedes-AMG PETRONAS F1, a team that is determined to lead both on and off the track. We share a passion for responsible innovation to drive progress in our industries and beyond. Our joint commitment to act responsibly will lead us to develop transformative and disruptive new technologies that elevate performance to the benefit of people and the planet.

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Eric Rondolat
CEO, Signify

Eric Rondolat, CEO, Signify, continued:​

We are excited to have the opportunity to support the winning objective of Mercedes-AMG PETRONAS F1, providing human-centric lighting innovations that can enhance the team’s performance. We are honored to associate our brands with one of the strongest in the world and to deliver unforgettable racing experiences for fans at the track, as well as watching and gaming at home. With many collaborations already begun, I am eager to see this partnership grow.

Toto Wolff, Team Principal and CEO, Mercedes-AMG PETRONAS F1 Team, commented:​

Innovation and performance are at the heart of everything we do. We are also conscious of our wider social responsibilities and therefore embed sustainability in every action. Partnering with Signify is an exciting step that will help us make further progress in both of these areas. Their world-leading lighting technology already powers several night races and their pioneering commitment to climate action is inspiring. We look forward to working together to establish synergies in this area and their support in our ambition to become one of the world's most sustainable sports teams. We also believe that well-being is linked closely with performance. Signify's lighting technology and innovation will ensure optimal conditions for our team members, and we are excited to explore how we can optimise these opportunities further.

Richard Sanders, Chief Commercial Officer, Mercedes-AMG PETRONAS F1 Team, added:​

We are thrilled to welcome Signify into our partner family. We are already privileged to collaborate with some of the most innovative companies in the world. Adding another world-leading business to our partner ecosystem in Signify is therefore fantastic. We are excited to collaborate with them through their innovative technology and commitment to sustainability. Together, we are confident that we will create a partnership with a profound impact and lasting legacy.

Signify and Mercedes-AMG PETRONAS F1 are committed to responsible innovation, founded on a shared belief that performance should not come at any cost and that sustainability does not compromise on performance. As both teams continue to drive the transformation of their industries, responsible innovation elevates performance and leads to sustainable outcomes.

Environmental responsibility​

Signify has led the transformation and decarbonization of the lighting sector, and recently announced its 2040 Climate Transition Plan, setting out its vision to reach net-zero by 2040. The company has reduced GHG emissions across the full value chain by 50% since 2019 and continues to advocate for energy efficiency and an accelerated energy transition. With the new partnership, comes a commitment from Signify to share knowledge and expertise to support Mercedes-AMG PETRONAS F1 Team in developing its Climate Transition Plan.

Well-being and performance​

To win in Formula One, every member of the team must perform to their full potential at every moment. Signify’s lighting innovations will augment the team’s efforts to create optimal conditions for drivers, engineers and team members, helping them see, feel, and perform at their best. NatureConnect, EyeComfort and other technologies will bring the power of daylight indoors to aid concentration with light that is comfortable for the eyes and, support the body’s natural rhythm and ability to adjust to a challenging global schedule.

Unforgettable experiences​

Our lighting shines on night-circuits in Singapore and Las Vegas, ensuring the fastest show on earth is perfectly lit. And for those not at the track, Signify delivers immersive TV and gaming surround lighting to transport fans at home to the heart of the action.

At the production base of a Dutch company in east China's Jiangxi Province, workers are fully immersed in light-bulb production, while automated guided vehicles move through the aisles carrying products.

"Over the past month, we sold more than 10 containers of bulbs per day, and each container was loaded with 40,000 to 600,000 bulbs," said Ji Yilan, an employee of the LED lighting production base in the city of Ruichang. The facility belongs to Signify N.V., a Dutch lighting multinational, formerly Philips Lighting N.V.

According to Ji, the finished bulb products will be sold and shipped to over 10 countries, including the United States, Poland, Japan and Malaysia.

Having been in the Chinese market for many years, Signify has always regarded China as its "second homeland," where it has established close connections with local governments, suppliers and clients, according to Eric Rondolat, CEO of Signify.

Today, Signify boasts nine manufacturing factories and a major research and development (R&D) center in China.

With an investment of 2.8 billion yuan (about 393.55 million U.S. dollars), the Ruichang base covers a plant area of 200,000 square meters and houses 213 production lines, 70 percent of which are automated. Eighty percent of the output has been exported to the international market.

In the first quarter of 2024, the output value of the base reached 300 million yuan, and once the full production capacity and standard are reached in 2025, the annual output value is expected to exceed 5 billion yuan.

According to Rondolat, it is the dedication and work efficiency of Ruichang's government that attracted the company to the city. It took just 13 months to take the base from starting construction to going into operation.

Ruichang has a considerable advantage in labor resources, land prices and infrastructure construction.

"Our base has over 3,000 employees, of which local employees account for 90 percent," said Ji, adding that Ruichang is located in the Yangtze River Economic Belt, and boasts developed supply chains and logistics, meeting the demands of the global market.

Rondolat also highlighted China's policy support. In 2023, the country renewed the Catalogue of Industries Encouraged for Foreign Investment by adding 239 items, marking a record high.

"The increase in items on the list speaks volumes about the great importance that China has attached to its development and foreign investment," Rondolat said.

According to Ji, the Ruichang base plans to build digital, intelligent factories to cut costs, improve efficiency and explore new markets.

"The plant is undergoing unmanned workshop renovation, and it is expected to save 10 million yuan in costs after completing construction at the end of this year," said Ji, adding that new products will be developed to meet the diverse needs of consumers.

"Every time I came to China, I would visit some places. I have witnessed the rapid development of the country," said Rondolat, adding that Signify will continue to expand its investment in China in terms of production capacity, R&D and talent.

Source: Xinhua

Eindhoven, the Netherlands – Signify (Euronext: LIGHT), the world leader in lighting, announces that it is expanding its climate action with ambitious new Net Zero emissions reduction targets. The company has introduced a 2040 net-zero target and a commitment to reduce absolute scope 1, 2 and 3 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions by 90% without the use of carbon credits. These targets have been reviewed and validated by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi).

We believe we have an important role to play in the transformation toward a low-carbon economy. Our dedication to sustainable innovation has enabled us to continuously break through energy efficiency technology barriers with our LED products and connected systems.

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Maurice Loosschilder
Global Head of Sustainability at Signify

“Absolute emissions reduction has always been the backbone of our climate action. We have reduced more than 75% of our operational carbon footprint since 2010. Through the combination of radical improvements in the efficiency of our products and hundreds of initiatives implemented in factories, offices, and across our operations, we have reduced our full scope greenhouse gas emissions by half since 2019.”

In 2019, Signify became one of the first 30 companies worldwide to have its carbon emissions reduction targets validated by the SBTi to be aligned with the 1.5°C pathway. Having surpassed its 2025 targets, Signify has set further near- and long-term reduction targets and will be introducing a detailed Climate Transition Plan in 2024. The following climate goals have been reviewed and validated as science-based net-zero targets:

• Overall Net-Zero Target: Signify commits to reach net-zero greenhouse gas emissions across the value chain by 2040.
• Near-Term Targets: Signify commits to reduce absolute scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions 50% by 2030 from a 2019 base year. Signify also commits to reduce absolute scope 3 GHG emissions 50% within the same timeframe.
• Long-Term Targets: Signify commits to reduce absolute scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions 90% by 2040 from a 2019 base year. Signify also commits to reduce absolute scope 3 GHG emissions 90% within the same timeframe.

Signify has halved its greenhouse gas emissions since 2019, with a cumulative reduction of 334 million tonnes CO2e in excess of the requirements of the Paris agreement’s 1.5-degree pathway.

Signify’s sustainability program Brighter Lives, Better World 2025 set out to double the pace of decarbonization required by the Paris Agreement's 1.5°C scenario by the end of 2025. The company is proactive in reducing emissions across its supply chain, participating in the CDP Supply Chain program and encouraging suppliers to commit to science-based targets.

“We are proud to be part of the global movement for ambitious corporate decarbonization. This validation of our targets sets an example our peers and the broader industry must follow as we redouble our efforts to reduce emissions across the value chain in line with the Paris agreement’s 1.5-degree pathway,” said Loosschilder.

Signify (Euronext: LIGHT), the world leader in lighting, has committed to sharing the environmental impact of its full range of products. The company has already made available more than 2,000 Environmental Product Declarations (EPDs), covering more than 70,000 product variations around the world. Due to customer demand, the Americas are currently served by the Declare labelling system. As the EPD program continues, all products worldwide will ultimately receive EPDs.

Municipalities, businesses, and individuals are increasingly looking for fast, effective ways to reduce their environmental footprint. As lighting currently accounts for 12% of global electricity consumption and 5% of global CO2 emissions1, transitioning to energy-efficient LED lighting can significantly reduce global electricity consumption. EPDs quantify products’ environmental impact over their full life cycle, enabling comparisons to comparable products and empowering customers to make informed decisions on lighting investments.

In addition to driving greater transparency for customers, EPDs are advancing evidence-based sustainable innovation within Signify, providing a quantified footprint which acts as a baseline for further improvements in next generation product iterations.

Signify is committed to making the low-carbon future a reality, offering businesses, cities and consumers energy-efficient products, systems, and services that can reduce global electricity consumption for lighting by over a third2. Being transparent about our products’ environmental impact gives customers the information they need to make informed decisions, whether they are lighting cities, offices, or their own homes, as well as helping us to meet our own sustainability goals.

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Maurice Loosschilder
Signify’s Global Head of Sustainability

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1 Based on 2020 figures by the IEA combined with data on global electricity consumption and CO2-emissions.
2 LED solutions can save 70% electricity consumption when replacing conventional lighting, and conventional lighting currently accounts for roughly 50% of global electricity consumption by lighting. For detailed information on Signify’s Green Switch calculation model, including the underlying assumptions and proposed conversions.

New operating model includes four verticalized businesses to enhance customer-centricity and speed of execution. Three of these will focus on customers: Professional, OEM and Consumer. The fourth will be dedicated to conventional lighting technologies. The changes will be implemented through 2024.

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Eindhoven, the Netherlands – Signify (Euronext: LIGHT), the world leader in lighting, announces it is adapting its organization to enhance customer-centricity, speed of execution and reduce its structural costs.

“After the major transformation we achieved through the past decade, we are taking the next step by organizing our company around four vertically integrated businesses. Three of these will focus on customers: Professional, OEM and Consumer. The fourth will be dedicated to conventional lighting technologies.

Aligned to the new customer-centric structure, we will further adjust the size of our central organization and reduce our costs to support the company’s performance in the face of ongoing market volatility and uncertainty. Already started in Q4 2023, these changes will be implemented through 2024, with the majority achieved by Q2, and generating expected annualized savings in excess of €200 million.

Together, these measures will increase focus and accelerate the execution of our strategy, supporting our continued leadership in the transition to energy efficient connected lighting to unlock the extraordinary potential of light for brighter lives and a better world.”

Eric Rondolat
CEO of Signify

Moving forward, Signify will report against four businesses with vertically integrated P&Ls, adapted from the current three divisions as follows:

• The Professional business will offer LED lamps, luminaires, connected lighting systems and services to customers in the professional segment.
• The Consumer business will offer LED lamps, luminaires, and connected products, including Philips Hue and WiZ, to customers in the consumer segment.
• The OEM business will offer lighting components to the industry.
• The Conventional business will offer special lighting, digital projection, conventional lamps and lamp electronics.

The changes will be implemented through 2024, with the majority achieved by Q2, and are subject to proceedings with Signify’s social partners, depending on local legislation.

In the course of Q1 2024, Signify will make comparable financials available for the fiscal year 2023 under the new organizational structure and provide more information on one-off restructuring costs.

Signify accelerates the transition to energy efficient lighting with new UltraEfficient lamps for roads, retail, hospitality, and more

• The Philips MASTER LED SON-T UltraEfficient A-class lamps are the first A-class HID lamps at 4,000K registered in Europe¹, allowing easy replacement of conventional HID HPL/SON lamps with LEDs for road and street lighting.
• Signify also introduces UltraEfficient A-class GU10 LED spot and A-class dimmable LED bulb for various indoor applications, such as retail, hospitality, and residential.

Eindhoven, the Netherlands – Signify (Euronext: LIGHT), the world leader in lighting, continues to lead the transition to energy efficient lighting, helping municipalities, communities and businesses reduce their energy consumption by replacing legacy conventional lamps with the new Philips MASTER LED SON-T UltraEfficient (UE). Additionally, Signify is further extending its UltraEfficient LED range with the dimmable MASTER LEDbulbs UE and A-class MASTER LEDspots UE.

The new products meet the highest energy label, ‘A’, under the EU’s Ecodesign Regulation, and the Energy Labelling Regulation, which recently came into force. As A-class products, these new bulbs, spots, and lamps consume at least 43% less power to achieve the same output as standard alternative products².

Sustainability with a fast return on investment

The new Philips MASTER LED SON-T UE lamps are the first A-class LED SON-T lamps with a color temperature of 4,000K registered in Europe¹. The new lamps have a similar look, feel and light distribution to their conventional equivalents, and can be easily retrofitted into existing SON-T fittings. When upgrading from conventional HID lamps, a potential full return on investment can be achieved in 2.3 years³. Replacing 100 units of 100W conventional HID lamps with 42.8W A-class LED SON-T could save €7,046 per year³. The lamps are nondirectional and non-dimmable E27/E40 lamps, with a lumen range between 4,000 lm and 9,000 lm.

More reasons to upgrade

The new A-class MASTER LEDbulbs UE and A-class MASTER LEDspots UE GU10 consume at least 45% less energy, compared to standard LED alternatives, as well as lasting at least three times as long²,⁴. Additionally, the A-class MASTER LEDbulbs UE are now dimmable, allowing for customizable lighting experiences.

With the launch of these new additions to our UltraEfficient lineup, Signify continues to drive the shift from conventional lighting to more efficient LED lighting. We want to make it easier for our customers to implement innovative, value-add lighting solutions that help customers to quickly and effectively reduce their energy consumption.”

Michael Rombouts
Business Leader LED Lamps & Luminaires


Availability

• Philips MASTER LED SON-T UltraEfficient (2,700/4,000K, 19—43W, 3,600—9,000 lumen, 50—100W equivalent)
• Philips MASTER LEDspot UltraEfficient GU10 EELA (2,700/3,000/4,000K, 2.1W, 50W equivalent)
• Philips MASTER LEDbulbs UltraEfficient Dimmable (2,700/3,000K, 4W, 60W equivalent)
• Philips MASTER LEDbulbs UltraEfficient Globe G95 and ST64 (2,700K, 4W, 60W equivalent)
• Philips MASTER LEDluster UltraEfficient (2,700/4000K, 2.3W, 40W equivalent)

¹ According to the EPREL database on the date of publication of this press release.

² Energy savings of the Ultra Efficient products compared with the Philips standard alternative products: Philips MASTER LEDbulb UE saves 50% compared to Philips CorePro LEDbulb A60 60W; Philips MASTER LEDspot UE EELA saves 45% compared to Philips LEDspot GU10 50W. Philips MASTER LED SON-T UE lamp saves 43% compared to Philips SON-T 100W E E40.

³ This calculation compares the Philips MASTER LED SON-T UltraEfficient with the conventional Philips SON-T 100W E E40. The lights are assumed to be used for 4,100 hours annually. The average energy cost is 0.287 €/kWh, and it is calculated for the professional roads and streets application in Europe, valid in 2022, based on 47 European countries: Albania, Austria, Belarus, Belgium, Bosnia, Bulgaria, Croatia, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, England, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Ireland, Israel, Italy, Kazakhstan, Kosovo, Kyrgyzstan, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Macedonia, Malta, Moldova, Montenegro, Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Russia, Serbia, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan, Ukraine, Uzbekistan. The data presented is an illustrative forecast based on a proprietary model developed by Signify to help customers understand the impact of lighting on the environment. Signify's "Green Switch conventional light point conversion model" uses input from numerous sources, references, and data points (available upon request) to generate a simulated view of a given market's energy consumption, but the accuracy of which cannot be verified. The thousand separator is a comma (,) and the decimal separator is a period (.).

⁴ Philips MASTER LEDbulb UE (50,000 hours at L70, 4W) compared to Philips CorePro LEDbulb A60 60W (15,000 hours at L70, 8W); Philips MASTER LEDspot UE EELA (50,000 hours at L70, 2.1W) compared to Philips LEDspot GU10 50W (15,000 hours at L70, 4.6W).

Eindhoven, the Netherlands – Signify (Euronext: LIGHT), the world leader in lighting, today announced that it is a winner of the Prototype Phase of the U.S. Department of Energy’s L-Prize competition. Signify’s winning prototypes – the Generation Flex modular luminaire and Interact Next Gen scalable connected lighting system – were chosen for their exceptional performance across six areas: efficacy; quality of light; connectivity; product life cycle; technical innovation; and diversity, equity and inclusion.

“The L-Prize inspires our industry to innovate sustainable lighting technologies that can unlock benefits beyond simple illumination. It began with the first competition in 2011, in which we delivered a breakthrough in energy efficiency with an LED replacement for a 60-watt light bulb,” said Olivia Qiu, Chief Innovation Officer, Signify. “Now, we’ve achieved deeper energy savings, while incorporating circular design principles, data-driven intelligence, superior light quality and flexibility for all stakeholders, from building owners to electrical contractors to occupants. We are excited to continue developing these prototypes and bringing these transformative concepts to market.”

Now, we’ve achieved deeper energy savings, while incorporating circular design principles, data-driven intelligence, superior light quality and flexibility for all stakeholders, from building owners to electrical contractors to occupants. We are excited to continue developing these prototypes and bringing these transformative concepts to market.”

Olivia Qiu
Chief Innovation Officer, Signify

An innovative, modular luminaire

Signify's Generation Flex luminaire prototype combines cutting-edge materials and adaptable 3D printing concepts with ground-breaking energy efficiency and optics that deliver flexibility, reduced energy consumption and an exceptional quality of light. It features a new LED with superior lighting performance, developed in partnership with Samsung Electronics, that together with Signify’s high-efficiency D4i LED driver and state-of-the-art optics enable an efficacy of 196 lm/W while maintaining a supreme quality of light.

Built around a housing-agnostic general lighting module, the luminaire supports a variety of form factors for both new construction and renovation projects. The prototype represents a step forward in energy efficiency, consuming 29% less energy1 as well as a 50% reduction in embodied carbon2 than the best-in-class commercially available equivalent3. Following circular design principles, its cups and electronics can be printed, and its reversible, click and clamp assembly allows for on-demand delivery and repair.

The next generation of Interact

The Interact Next Gen connected lighting prototype is a simple, scalable wireless solution that provides businesses with all the tools and intelligence they need to go beyond basic energy-savings tactics, interface with existing building systems, reduce operational expenses and improve occupant experience within a single platform. It features an all-in-one luminaire-level sensor that measures daylight, occupancy, temperature, humidity and sound to help optimize operational costs and employee comfort.

Role-based apps give different types of users the specific tools they need. Facility managers can view occupancy maps, set space utilization targets and improve workspace efficiency. Employees can find and book available workspaces as well as adjust light levels and temperature. Lastly, installers can remotely configure sites using the map-based user interface for quick and easy commissioning.

“Investing in next-generation lighting solutions helps tackle the climate crisis, boosting American supply chains and manufacturing of these technologies, and creating good-paying jobs,” said Mandy Mahoney, Director of the Building Technologies Office at DOE. “The winning prototypes represent ground-breaking innovation, not only in energy efficiency, data-driven connectivity, and environmental sustainability, but also prioritizing communities that get overlooked when we roll out new prototypes. These innovators are leading the way.”

¹ Reference to the best-in-class CRI90 2’x2’ troffer listed in the DLC QPL as of March 30, 2023, which has an efficacy of 143 lm/W.

² The Global Warming Potential (GWP) of the Generation Flex luminaire “make” phase is 19% lower than the mean of a benchmark analysis of six US high volume troffer-style luminaires from Signify (Day-Brite's FluxGrid, Evo Grid, and FormFlex, and Cooper’s Metalux 22CZ2, 22CGT and 22FP). For real impact comparison, Signify normalized the GWP related to the embodied carbon with the functional unit as proposed and defined by PEP-Eco passport, being 1,000 lumen at 35 khr useful life using the L70 values for the lifetime normalization. Extremely long L70 values were capped at 100 kHrs. The combination of material choice, lumen output and lifetime resulted in a 50% reduction in the normalized GWP when comparing the Generation Flex luminaire with the mean of the US benchmark.

³ When compared to the average CRI90 2’x2’ troffer listed in DLC’s QPL as of March 30, 2023, which has an efficacy 143 lm/W.


About the L-Prize

The U.S. Department of Energy’s Building Technologies Office established the L-prize competition to spur development of next-generation LED lighting systems. Launched in 2021, the new L-Prize is primed to unlock the full potential of LED technology—to combine high luminaire efficacy with exceptional lighting quality, data-driven control and functionality, and sustainable design and construction for the future of illumination in commercial buildings. In addition to these technical innovations, the L-Prize also prioritizes diversity, equity, and inclusion in how luminaires or lighting systems can benefit communities that have been historically disadvantaged. The competition is structured in three asynchronous phases: Concept, Prototype and Manufacturing and Installation. Entrants for the Prototype Phase were encouraged to emphasize technological innovation and to think outside the standard forms, materials, and price points of commercially available products.

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Eindhoven, the Netherlands – Signify (Euronext: LIGHT), the world leader in lighting, today announced the opening of its biggest LED lighting manufacturing site in the world in Jiujiang, Jiangxi Province, China. The new factory of Signify's joint venture company Zhejiang Klite Lighting Holdings Co., Ltd (“Klite”) will manufacture high-quality branded LED lighting products, including for the Philips brand, for China and the global market.

Fully operational by the end of this year with 192 production lines, the 200,000-square meter facility will utilize world-class manufacturing technology, advanced process control, and intelligent logistics to produce LED lighting sources and luminaires for both professional and consumer markets.

"This new factory is an important addition to our global production capacity, supporting Signify’s growth in China and across the world."

— Eric Rondolat, CEO of Signify

“Further growth in China is a key component of our global business strategy. This new factory is an important addition to our global production capacity, supporting Signify’s growth in China and across the world. Fully in line with our growth vision, the plant illustrates our long-term commitment to China, and enhances our manufacturing and innovation presence in this important market to support China’s sustainability goals,” said Eric Rondolat, CEO of Signify.

“Opening this state-of-the-art facility not only strengthens our in-house manufacturing capability for LED lighting products, but it also helps us drive even greater speed, efficiency and innovation so we can better prepare for the growth in the global LED lighting market,” said Rowena Lee, Division Leader Digital Products at Signify.

“The new factory will be our largest manufacturing site for LED lamps and luminaires in China and worldwide,” said Yanwei Shen, CEO of Klite. “Jiangxi Province is at the hub of China’s Midwest region with advantages in transportation and labor resources, making it a great location to build a manufacturing base of LED lighting.”

With sustainability at the top of the Signify agenda, energy efficiency measures, manufacturing automation and intelligent logistics technologies are employed in the new facility to achieve its sustainability and smart factory goals.

In 2019, Signify acquired a 51% stake in Klite, a leading manufacturer of high-quality, cost-efficient LED sources and luminaires for a global customer base. In China, Signify also manufactures products at its nine facilities in multiple locations, in addition to this new facility. These in-house production capabilities, as well as Signify's strategic partnerships with contract manufacturers, form an efficient hybrid supply chain strategy that enables high market responsiveness, accelerates product innovation, and supports Signify’s growth in China and other global markets.