ELCA CLUSTER

Patways to light: EXTRA LIGHT Final Conference & Broadening Perspectives on Light
2024-06-04 14:30 - 16:00 UTC | BE
Extra Light Consortium would like to invite you to the online seminar “EXTRA LIGHT Final Conference & Broadening Perspectives on Light” on️ 🗓 04 June 2024 at 14:30 CEST!

During this seminar, Project Coordinator ELCA European Lighting Cluster Alliance and partner Building Innovation Cluster will delve into the significant milestones and outcomes achieved within the EXTRA LIGHT project, highlighting the results of international missions held in Tokyo (Japan), Toronto (Canada) and New York (USA), offering practical insights and tips for international business ventures and opportunities in the lighting and furniture industry!

Additionally, Peter Holzkorn from Ars Electronica, an international platform for digital art and media culture, will showcase the many possibilities of lights in contexts beyond our usual perceptions.

Participants will have also the opportunity to connect and explore potential collaborations with fellow participants, industry experts, and supporting partners.

The Final Conference is open to SMEs from the lighting and furniture sectors, cluster organizations, supporting partners of the EXTRA LIGHT project and stakeholders!

FIND MORE INFORMATION AND THE REGISTRATION LINK HERE!

Culture Lights - Multiplier event "BEAUTIFICATION OF INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR ARCHITECTURAL SPACES"
2024-07-11 16:00 - 19:00 | Venice, Italy, Sestiere Santa Croce, 1957, Venezia, VE, 30135, Italy
ELCA European Lighting Cluster Alliance as coordinator of the hashtag#CultureLights project, is organizing a hashtag#PolicyRoundTable to explore the hashtag#beautification of interior and exterior architectural spaces. This event is part of the 𝐕𝐞𝐧𝐞𝐭𝐢𝐚𝐧 𝐒𝐦𝐚𝐫𝐭 𝐋𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐀𝐰𝐚𝐫𝐝 𝐈𝐗 𝐞𝐝𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 and will be held 📍 at the prestigious Pallazzo Cà Tron in Venice, Italy on 🗓 11 July 2024.🔎 Architects, lighting designers, students, lighting companies, and policymakers from cultural, construction, and academic sectors will gather to explore the application of hashtag#lighting in enhancing spatial design and delve into current trends in lighting fixture aesthetics, focusing on the effective use of renovation wave strategies and their impact on hashtag#cultural buildings.👀 Additionally, ELCA will introduce the 𝑢𝑝𝑐𝑜𝑚𝑖𝑛𝑔 𝐂𝐮𝐥𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐞𝐋𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭𝐬 𝐓𝐫𝐚𝐢𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐠𝐫𝐚𝐦𝐦𝐞, designed to equip professionals in hashtag#construction and hashtag#lighting industries with advanced skills in hashtag#conservation and hashtag#sustainable practices for historic buildings.This Culture Light policy round table is organized in collaboration with Rete di Imprese Luce in Veneto and the European project hashtag#SHAPETHELIGHT.➡ Don’t miss out on this unique opportunity to shape the future of architectural lighting! Find more information here: https://lnkd.in/dXfYDyZs➡ Stay up-to-date on the Culture Lights Training Programme on the website: https://lnkd.in/d-QvVh8v

SILEO Info Webinar for the 2nd Call for Advanced Technology Uptake Projects
2024-09-12 11:00 - 12:00 | BE
Date: 12.09.2024 at 11:00 AM

Marta Krakowiak from ELCA European Lighting Cluster Alliance (SILEO project Coordinator) will guide you through the process of submitting your proposal, explaining the eligibility criteria, required documentation, and all the operational details you need to know!

Register NOW!

The webinar will be held in English via ZOOM and is open to all interested lighting and furniture SMEs and technology providers!For more information on the SILEO 2nd Open Call for Advanced Technology Uptake Projects, visit the application portal here.

Recording of the info webinar is available here. Slides are available for download here.

SILEO Info Webinar on Call for BEST COMPANY STORY-TELLING VIDEO CONTEST
2024-10-28 10:00 - 11:00 | BE
INFO WEBINAR

We invite you to our info webinar on 28 October 2024 at 10:00 AM via Zoom, where Marta Krakowiak (ELCA European Lighting Cluster Alliance) will dive into the details of the SILEO Open Call for Best Company Story-Telling Video Contest!

This is a fantastic opportunity to learn about how you can apply for funding and showcase your unique stories in the context of sustainable innovation! This webinar will provide you with the insights you need on:

✔ Eligibility criteria and application process

✔ Eligible videos

✔ Tips for crafting a compelling storytelling proposal

✔ Q&A session to answer all your queries

SAVE THE DATE! 28 October 2024 at 10:00 CEST.

Webinar held in English and open to all lighting and furniture SMEs!

👉 Register now via ZOOM: https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_xbClFPYvSmO568_IrAyYtQ

INFO WEBINAR – Recording Video

INFO WEBINAR – Slides

Culture Lights - Multiplier Virtual Event
2024-12-18 16:00 - 18:00 | BE
Discover CultureLights project (ERASMUS+) and explore innovative solutions in cultural heritage lighting design. The event will include:

An introduction to the CultureLights project.

Presentations of training programs for white and blue-collar professionals.

Insights into the lighting concept for the laboratory at Villa Ca’ Marcello in Piombino Dese.

When? Wednesday 18 December 2024 | 16:00-18:00

Where? Online via ZOOM platform

Stay tuned—more information coming soon!

Deadline for the SILEO Open Call for BEST COMPANY STORY-TELLING VIDEO CONTEST
2025-01-10 17:00 | BE
The SILEO Open Call for BEST COMPANY STORY-TELLING VIDEO CONTEST closes on Friday 13 December 2024 at 17:00 CET.

For more details about this opportunity for lighting and furniture SMEs, click HERE or visit the SILEO Submission Platform.

For further information, please contact Marta Krakowiak (ELCA – SILEO Coordinator) at marta.krakowiak@elcacluster.eu

Culture Lights - Final Conference "Sustainable Lighting for Historic Buildings"
2025-01-22 09:30 - 12:30 | BE
We are pleased to invite you to the International Round Table “Culture Lights – Sustainable Lighting for Historic Buildings” an event dedicated to the enhancement and sustainability of historic buildings through innovative lighting solutions.

When: January 22, 2025Time: 9:30 AM – 12:30 PMWhere: Spazio Europa Experience David SassoliAddress: Piazza Venezia no. 6, RomeEvent Language: English

The event will feature international experts and representatives from the cultural and technological sectors, aiming to share experiences and innovative approaches to reconcile the preservation of historical heritage with the challenges of sustainability.

For more information, please contact Marta Krakowiak – marta.krakowiak@elcacluster.eu

SHAPE-THE-LIGHT International World Cafè session
2025-04-09 17:00 - 19:00 | SUPERSTUDIO PIU, Via Tortona 27, Milan, IT, 20144, Italy
SHAPE-THE-LIGHT Project at “THE SCALE OF COMMITMENT”: Measuring Sustainability in Lighting Design

During the Milan Design Week 2025, Rete di Imprese Luce in Veneto will participate in the Panel Talks “The Scale of Commitment”, organized by Materially, with the presentation:

“International World Café: Measuring Sustainability Indicators in Creative Processes of Lighting Design within the Principles of the New European Bauhaus”
as part of the European project SHAPE-THE-LIGHT (Creative Europe)

📅 Wednesday, April 9, 2025⏰ From 5:00 PM📍 Superstudio Più, Via Tortona 27, Milan, Italy

In alignment with the principles of the New European Bauhaus – beauty, sustainability, and inclusivity – the panel will bring together designers, architects, material experts, and industry leaders to explore innovative solutions in lighting design and production. This discussion will provide an opportunity to clarify doubts, debunk myths, and guide designers and professionals in the manufacturing sector toward more informed choices.

REGISTER HERE

SILEO Strengthening Value Chains for a Resilient Lighting and Furniture IndustrySILEO
2025-04-10 10:00 - 12:30 | Salone del Mobile, Milan (Italy), Corso Italia, Rho, Milan, 20017, Italy
SILEO International Value Chain Forum at Euroluce 2025

The lighting and furniture industries are undergoing significant transformations, driven by innovation, regulatory changes, and sustainability imperatives. To navigate these evolving challenges, strengthening value chains is essential for ensuring resilience and long-term success.

On Thursday, April 10, 2025, from 10:00 to 12:30, the SILEO International Value Chain Forum will take place at EUROLUCE – Pavilion 10, Stand D23 (Il Fanale Group) during the Salone del Mobile Fair in Milan, Italy. This event, organized by the ELCA European Lighting Cluster Alliance (SILEO Coordinator), will bring together key stakeholders from the lighting and furniture sectors to explore supply chain strategies, business collaborations, and research and innovation (R&I) approaches that will drive industry resilience. The forum will feature industry leaders and experts who will provide valuable insights on crucial topics, including:

DALI ALLIANCE: Your Gateway for an Innovative Approach to Lighting ControlSpeaker: Paul Drosihn FInstLM (DALI Alliance)

Making the Case for Lighting in the European Union Political and Regulatory DebateSpeaker: Teresa Selvaggio (LightingEurope)

From Eco-Design to Sustainable Production: Reinventing Value Chains for a Lasting FutureSpeaker: Lorenzo Braida (Braida)

Celebrating Innovation: The SILEO Best Company Storytelling Video Contest Award Ceremony

As part of the event, participants will also attend the Award Ceremony of the “SILEO Best Company Storytelling Video Contest”, where the three winning SMEs will be recognized for their innovative contributions and transformation stories. The winners of the SILEO Video Contest are:

S.C. E-LABORATOR FEERIA S.R.L. from Romania

Bau-Service Grzegorz Terpiński from Poland

Cubin.Fur.Eco S.R.L. from Romania

Join Us at Euroluce 2025 in Milan!

We look forward to welcoming you to Milan — let’s build a more resilient and sustainable industry together!

Media Partner: Staff Editoriale – Compolux – Italian Lighting

SHAPE-THE-LIGHT International Open Discussion Forum
2025-04-10 17:00 - 19:00 | SUPERSTUDIO PIU, Via Tortona 27, Milan, IT, 20144, Italy
SHAPE-THE-LIGHT Open Discussion Forum: The Future of Lighting Design Between Innovation and Sustainability

During the Milan Design Week 2025, Rete di Imprese Luce in Veneto, in collaboration with SID Scuola Italiana Design, will participate in the “The Scale of Commitment“ Panel organized by Materially, featuring the talk:

“Open Discussion Forum: How Design is Changing with the Introduction of Innovative Technologies in the Green & Digital Transition”
as part of the EU project SHAPE-THE-LIGHT

📅 Thursday, April 10, 2025⏰ From 5:00 PM📍 Superstudio Più, Via Tortona 27, Milan, Italy

This forum will serve as a space for professionals, designers, industry leaders, and young talents to explore the role of innovative technologies in the dual digital and green transition in lighting design. The event will foster an open dialogue to encourage co-creation and the development of sustainable and cutting-edge lighting solutions.

Special Guest: Stefano Claudio Bison (Product Designer, SID – Scuola Italiana Design), who will share insights on the challenges and opportunities for the future of design.

At the event stand, visitors will also have the opportunity to explore three artistic installations, created within the Performance Lab “SID Lighting Camp”. These works represent the intersection of creativity, material research, technological innovation, and co-creation, showcasing how lighting design can evolve towards a sustainable and forward-thinking approach:

“Hope and Dreams” – Inspired by Chinese lanterns, this piece is made using PLA-based biopolymers (polylactic acid), a compostable material that reduces environmental impact, developed with the contribution of Light Cube srl.

“Try to Breathe” – Aims to raise awareness about marine pollution through the use of recycled materials and bioplastics derived from seaweed, creating an evocative and responsible lighting experience, designed with Nectogroup srl.

“Abbagli” – Explores light as both an artistic and functional element, combining recycled cellulose fiber panels with energy-efficient LED technology, developed in collaboration with Arte Light srl.

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SILEO Final Conference
2025-07-03 10:00 - 12:00 | Online
Join us for the 𝐒𝐈𝐋𝐄𝐎 𝐅𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐟𝐞𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞!📅 Date: Thursday, 3rd July 2025🕙 Time: 10:00–12:00 CEST📍 Where: Online (Zoom)📑 Register here: https://lnkd.in/dK_qggDWDiscover the power of innovation and collaboration in the lighting and furniture sectors! During this final event, we will:🔸 Present key insights from the SILEO business support actions🔸 Share outcomes from the SILEO Hacathons held in Cluj-Napoca (Romania) and Padua (Italy)🔸 Highlight inspiring success stories from SMEs and technology providers who turned SILEO support into real-world impact!🔗 Don’t miss out – register now and be part of the innovation journey!

SHAPE-THE-LIGHT INTERNATIONAL ONLINE MASTERCLASS 1
2025-09-16 13:30 - 17:30 | Hybrid (online + in presence), Gebroeders De Smetstraat 1, Ghent, BE, 9000, Belgium
INTERNATIONAL ONLINE MASTERCLASS 1 – Sustainability of artistic lighting products

KU Leuven and Cluster Groen Licht Vlaanderen are pleased to invite you to the first international masterclass organized within the SHAPE-THE-LIGHT project.

This session focuses on integrating sustainability principles into the design of (artistic) lighting products. Participants will explore how to apply Ecodesign regulations to support circular business models in alignment with the European Green Deal and the New European Bauhaus initiatives.

Programme:

Masterclass ‘Sustainability of artistic lighting products’ by Teresa Selvaggio (LightingEurope)

Current and future Ecodesign and Labelling rules for lighting – a focus on circularity

Sustainability-related legislative files impacting the lighting industry

Interactive showcasing by Greet Verhoeven (Etap Lighting International)

Q+A

fore more information & registration
