Summer Spectrum Strategies: Optimizing Greenhouse Lighting Efficiency | Expert Article
The question is no longer whether to light during summer months, but how to light strategically — matching spectrum, intensity, and timing to seasonal sun conditions to maximize photosynthetic return per kilowatt-hour.
Why Plants See Light Differently Than Humans
Plants see light different than humans, and misunderstanding that difference can lead to inaccurate conclusions.
Winter Greenhouse Lighting: Why Supplemental Lighting Matters as Winter Drags On
Winter greenhouse lighting remains a critical part of protecting crops as growers push toward a potentially late start to spring.
The ROI of LED Lighting for CEA Growers: Budgeting for a Smart Retrofit in 2026
One of the most impactful investments in 2026 is retrofitting with LED horticultural lighting — but understanding the true ROI requires more than comparing energy bills.
Understanding Life Expectancy (L90B5) in Horticultural Lighting
Life expectancy rating of a horticultural lighting luminaire is one of the most important—but often misunderstood—factors to evaluate.
Measuring Light Levels and Spectral Output: What you Should Know
Measuring light levels is one of the most valuable tools for ensuring your supplemental lighting system is performing at its best.
Dynamic LED Grow Lighting: The Future of Commercial Horticulture?
Dimming changes intensity, tuning changes spectrum, and the difference changes what you should buy. What multi-channel LED lighting delivers, and what it costs in light output.
What Customer-Centric Features does your Horticulture Luminaire Include?
Customer-centric features and benefits are included in P.L. Light Systems luminaires. Learn more about which features you can use.
Challenges and Opportunities in CEA
P.L. Light Systems President and CEO Todd Phillips talks about the challenges and opportunities CEA will face in 2023.
Things You May Not Have Considered when Selecting an LED Lighting System
Selecting an LED lighting system can be an overwhelming and intimidating task for CEA growers. Here are considerations to make your job easy.