An additional four GE LED lighting systems for refrigerated display, architectural and outdoor applications were also recognized. The competition, which is sponsored by the US Department of Energy, the Illuminating Engineering Society of North America and the International Association of Lighting Designers, cites excellence in the design of energy-efficient LED luminaries for general illumination lighting.

This is the second year for the NGL competition and the second time GE has been recognized with a Best-in-Class distinction. The new GE Evolve R150 LED Cobrahead Luminaire, as said by the company, features an advanced LED optical system that provides improved horizontal and vertical uniformity, reduced glare and improved lighting control compared with traditional metal halide lighting systems. It provides a 15 to 30% reduction in system energy consumption and an estimated service life of more than 10 years, reducing maintenance frequency and need.

The high-efficiency GE Immersion RV30 LED Refrigerated Display Lighting System increases energy savings because it runs on just 29 watts per door. It delivers 29% more energy savings and 28% more light versus GE’s early-generation LED solutions

The GE Tetra AL10 LED System replaces fluorescent and halogen lighting in a variety of retail and architectural applications, including under cabinet, under shelf, cove, accent and task lighting. The GE Evolve LED Contemporary Domed Area Light has a long 50,000-hour rated life at 85% of initial lumens with an output of 4,900 lumens at 90 watts. Features such as a high color temperature, a 70+ color-rendering index and a low-glare optical design enable low light trespass in residential roadways, walkways, historic urban settings, shopping centers, malls, plazas and parks.

The GE Evolve LED Series Area Light combines the latest in LED system electronics, thermal management, and mechanical and optical design, offering the advantages of LED lighting in parking lots and general lighting applications.

For this year’s NGL competition, 126 products from 60 different companies were entered for evaluation. Among the 47 that were recognized for excellence, just four were cited as Best-in-Class offerings. Products were judged based on several key attributes, including color appearance, color rendering, appropriate luminance, application effectiveness and aesthetic appearance and style, among other criteria.