End Cat A for Lighting Campaign
Transforming Lighting Practices for Sustainability
About the End Cat A for Lighting Campaign
The End Cat A for Lighting campaign is a pioneering initiative dedicated to advocating for the removal of Category A lighting products from the market and promoting a more sustainable, responsible approach to lighting design, installation, and end-of-life management. The campaign aims to inspire positive change in the lighting sector by championing environmental responsibility and circular economy principles.
Objectives of the Campaign
- Promote Sustainability: The central aim is to eliminate the use of Category A lighting, which often has limited environmental credentials, in favour of products that support reuse, refurbishment, and recycling.
- Encourage Circular Economy: By targeting Cat A lighting, the campaign seeks to reduce waste and encourage manufacturers, designers, and facility managers to opt for solutions that extend the lifecycle of luminaires and components.
- Raise Industry Standards: The initiative is focused on driving higher standards in lighting design and installation, ensuring that new projects prioritise eco-friendly materials and energy efficiency.
- Educate and Influence: The campaign aims to inform stakeholders about the environmental impact of Cat A lighting and influence policy makers to support more sustainable regulations for the lighting sector.
Why the Team Was Set Up
The team behind the End Cat A for Lighting campaign was formed in response to the urgent need for coordinated action against the environmental challenges posed by traditional lighting setups. The campaign was established by an independent group of people from the built environment sector, united by the conviction that Category A lighting is an anachronism and a stain on the industry. Their combined expertise ensures that the campaign is guided by best practices, striving to deliver measurable impact in reducing lighting-related waste.
Who Set Up the Campaign Team?
The campaign team includes lighting designers, architects, contractors, interiors specialists, agents, manufacturers, developers, recyclers, and real estate companies. These professionals from across the built environment sector came together, sharing a belief in the urgent need to phase out Category A lighting and drive the industry toward more sustainable standards.