Durham, N.C. — The Cree LR24 recessed architectural LED down light has won the top prize at the 2008 Lighting for Tomorrow solid-state lighting (SSL) competition for LED recessed down lights, the company reports. Entrants in this category must meet the U.S. Department of Energy’s solid-state lighting ENERGY STAR criteria. The Cree LR24, a 24-inch square recessed LED light, was honored for superior efficacy in the “Other Applications” category, reserved for general illumination products not covered by ENERGY STAR that exceed device efficacy of 50 lumens per watt. The LR24, targeted for availability this fall, is designed for use in suspended ceilings. www.creells.com.

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