Technical Luncheon: Blue Sky Lighting

Gain insight into how circadian lighting is measured differently from conventional lighting

Blue Sky Lighting

Join the IES Edmonton Section for our a technical luncheon as Robert Soler explores the science and standards behind circadian supportive lighting. This session will examine the requirements of RP-46-23 and introduce application efficiency as a practical framework for achieving compliant, energy-conscious designs.

Attendees will gain insight into how circadian lighting is measured differently from conventional lighting, with particular focus on the role of color and spectral composition. Ideal for designers, engineers, and lighting professionals seeking to implement healthier, standards-aligned solutions.

CEU Credit: 1.0 AIA/HSW LU

Learning Objectives:

🔸Gain an understanding of the profound importance of circadian rhythms for health and well-being. Learn how lighting influences these natural cycles and how to incorporate these strategies into design.

🔸Summarize the key requirements outlined in the RP-46-23 guidelines and discuss their implications for traditional lighting practices in various environments.

🔸Evaluate circadian supportive lighting by considering application efficiency, including assessing the role of light color and spectrum in design.

🔸Utilize a novel formula to achieve RP-46-23 criteria in your projects, enabling you to create effective circadian lighting solutions for diverse spaces.

Featured Speaker:

Robert Soler

Robert Soler is a leading expert in circadian lighting and its effects on human health and performance. He has served as a subject matter expert for NASA and has advised organizations such as the Los Angeles Dodgers and the U.S. Olympic Ski and Snowboard Team, providing strategies to combat jet lag. Additionally, he collaborates with the International WELL Building Institute™ to enhance global health standards related to lighting.

Through a National Science Foundation (NSF) fellowship, Robert conducts research on circadian rhythms and works with the National Institutes of Health (NIH) on various studies in this field. He has also partnered with Cincinnati Children’s Hospital to develop specialized lighting for neonatal intensive care units (NICUs), improving outcomes for premature and newborn babies.

Recently, he received a grant from the U.S. Department of Energy for his work on circadian lighting strategies in retrofit lighting applications.

Schedule

• Thursday, March 19, 2026
• 11:30 AM: Doors open
• 12:00 PM - 1:30PM: Lunch & Presentation

Food & Drinks

Food and Beverages will be provided.

Please message us with any other dietary restrictions you may have.

Location

Stantec Tower - 3rd Floor

10220 103 Ave NW, Edmonton, AB T5J 0K4

FAQ

Can I use my IES membership for a discount?

Yes! In the ticket selection window, enter your individual IES number as a Promo Code to reveal an IES Member ticket including discount. If your IES number is not in the system, please contact us at info@iesedmonton.org.

The IES membership discount applies only to the IES member. Additional attendees without a membership should purchase a non-IES member ticket.

If your organisation holds a current IES Sustaining Membership, that number may be used for a 10% discount on a non-IES member ticket.

Do I have to bring my printed ticket to the event?

No, but please check in with us when you arrive.

Is it ok if the name on my ticket or registration doesn't match the person who attends?

Yes, just let us know when you arrive so we can keep track of the attendees.

What are my transportation/parking options for getting to and from the event?

Street parking is available across the street, as well as the West Parkade – City Centre. The venue is also accessible via ETS bus and LRT.