Reporter Jim Romeo begins the article by describing the rapidly decreasing costs of LED lights and the growing popularity of high-bay luminaires, noting "'They [LEDs] can save up to 45 percent in energy when compared to traditional 32-watt tubes, have a 50,000-hour life-span and, in many cases, are eligible for commercial utility rebates that can cover a significant portion of the cost of the lamp,' said Danyelle Kukuk, vice president of product and category management at Batteries Plus Bulbs. 'Options exist that allow the contractor to choose whether they want to bypass the ballast to eliminate a failure point in the future or choose an LED tube that is compatible with the ballast.'" Romeo goes on to describe the integration of smart technology in LED lighting systems and explains that the savings in energy consumption, labor costs and overall cost of ownership are likely to drive the LED market for many years. Read More opens in new window