In a similar vein as the L Prize and X Prize, the American Lighting Association’s (ALA) Lighting for Tomorrow competition encourages the development of energy-efficient products for everyday users. The competition rewards manufacturers’ for producing lighting fixtures that both work efficiently and serve an aesthetic function in homes. The ALA announced winners this September 16^th, 2008 at their conference. Sea Gull Lighting, a consummate leader in the lighting industry, won for outstanding design in the Outdoor Lighting Category for their Eternity Collection.

Sea Gull Lighting is a charter member of the Department of Energy’s Energy Star program. The program is a brand in itself indicating to consumers that labeled products were developed to meet its strict energy usage standards. Sea Gull Lighting has worked in collaboration with the program to produce products that have won the Lighting For Tomorrow annual competition in multiple categories over the years. The Energy Star program has also recognized Sea Gull Lighting as their Sustained Excellence Winner for 2008.

This year’s Eternity Collection has a modern aesthetic focusing on simple, clean design. It is a reflection of its creators’ economy of design and function. The body is made of steel with a brushed nickel finish supporting satin-etched glass. The collection has a strong central beam, wide curving arms, and a signature horizontal line in each design.