Report on LED Lighting Conclave – May 3-5, 2010
Bureau of Energy efficiency, Ministry of Power, Government of India in association with Elcoma have prepared various plans to promote the most energy efficient lighting source. As a first step, it was decided to launch a LED program for stake holders from various Central and State Government to increase awareness and understanding of LED Lighting concepts and applications. Side by side, hold an Exhibition and live demonstration of LED Lighting to be organized. As a follow up, an awareness program will be launched through state seminars, media, etc. During this initiative, emphasis will be given to few important product categories like Secondary Street Lighting, Down-lights in the showrooms, General Lighting for commercial use, LED Lamp to replace Incandescent Lamp in domestic segment, introduction of solar lantern for rural consumer and replace all traffic signal lighting with LED.
The National Conclave for Energy Efficient LED Lighting was organized from 3rd to 5th May 2010 in New Delhi, India. The conclave included two days workshop, three days exhibition and live demonstration in the evening. Besides, on 4th May, an interactive networking was organized between the buyers, importers and exporters to finalize business propositions.
LED manufacturers from India and abroad participated in all the events. The workshop was well attended by more than 426 delegates from India and abroad. About 30 LED companies put up their stalls at the two exhibition halls.
The workshop was inaugurated by Mr. Girish Pradhan, Additional Secretary, Ministry of Power. In his key note address, Mr. Pradhan informed that the Government of India has drawn an ambitious plan to promote LED Lighting in India. He said that the policy document will be released soon. Earlier, Mr. Shyam Sujan, Secretary General, ELCOMA introduced the VIPs and also informed on the total plans prepared by ELCOMA in launching LED Lighting in India. Dr. Ajay Mathur, Director General, Bureau of Energy Efficiency made an announcement that the Bureau will take up the task of bringing in awareness on energy conservation and promote LED Lighting concept both in domestic as well as the commercial sector. Elcoma President, Mr. Sunil Sikka welcomed the delegates as well as the VIPs from the government departments, while Mr. Rajeev Chopra, Vice-President, Elcoma registered a vote of thanks. The highlight of the opening session was the launch of a domestic LED Bulb, the pharox, which was presented by Mr. Manoj Verma, Vice-President, Crompton Greaves and was lit by the Chief Guest Mr. Girish Pradhan. Mr. H. S. Mamak, Adviser to Elcoma gave details on the planning by Elcoma in bringing LED Lighting to India. During the two day workshop, presentations were made on various topics on LED concepts, applications, lighting designs, technical specifications, quality standards etc. The agenda is attached to give information and future developments. All the presentations and agenda are attached separately for those who missed the opportunity.
In the exhibition, which was inaugurated by Dr. Ajay Mathur, DG, BEE, various LED products were put up on display from manufacturers from India and abroad. A large number of stake holders visited the 3 days exhibition. The list of visitors is large which included government senior officers from various departments, both central as well state government. There were representatives from various municipalities, PWDs, local bodies, utilities, energy conservation departments, Airport authority, Railways, Metro Corporation, State Energy Development Authorities etc. Besides manufacturers, retailers, architects, designers, students etc also visited the exhibition in large numbers.
For the first time 4 of the “big 5” chip manufacturers participated in an Indian exhibition to inform and promote their LED strengths – Lumileds, Osram, Nichia and Seoul-Semiconductors presented their latest high efficiency LEDs.
As a commitment, the conclave will be extended to 4 major cities in India, i.e. Chandigarh, Pune, Hyderabad and Kolkatta before the end of this year. These conclaves will have similar program with a workshop for 2 days, exhibition for 3 days and networking etc.
Agenda for the Workshop May 3 and 4, 2010 – India Habitat Centre, New Delhi
| Workshop | 2 days – 3rd May (9:30 am to 5:30pm) and 4th May 2010 (9:30 am to 3:30 pm) 6 company oriented sessions of 1hr. each and another 6 presentation from experts on LED Concepts and applications |
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| Venue: Stein Auditorium Invitees: 350 to 400 Entry: By invitation Profile: architects, consultants, contractors, town planners, Central government deptts. – Urban development, tourism, national highways, railways, electricity distributors, CPWD, MES, etc. and from state governments, departments of power, municipalities, PWD and local administration. Participation fee: A manufacturer who wants to make a presentation for about 45 minutes on company profile & LED concepts and products can send a request on the form. Depending on the slot available, we shall confirm to you the participation fee |
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| Networking | 4th May (4pm to 6 pm) | |
| Tables will be provided to company participating in presentation, to interact with prospective enquiries / purchasers. Meetings will be pre-arranged. | ||
| Display & Exhibition | 3 days – 3rd, 4th and 5th May 2010 (10am to 7pm) | |
| Participants: LED capsule manufacturers, Luminaires manufacturers, Driver and accessories manufacturers’ Printed board suppliers, LED machinery suppliers etc.Space booking: Interested manufacturers may send their requirement on-line or per e-mail to get full details and cost | ||
| Demonstration | 3 days from 3rd to 5th May 2010 (7pm to 9pm) | |
| Venue: India Habitat Centre No fee for those who are participants in both of the above events, (workshop and exhibition). Only electricity and damage charges on actual will be charged extra. Following locations will be made available to be lit up with LED fittings for demonstration a) Buildings -Office -Downlighters -Façade b) Street Lighting -Road lighting – Garden lighting -Parking Lots c) Landscaping – Pathway lighting -Tree lighting -Monuments / statues d) Outdoor Demonstration -Lighting of statues (nos.) -Lighting of trees -Lighting of facadePlease note that the cost of all accessories like poles, cables, labour etc. will be paid by the exhibitor on actual cost. |
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| Invitation | Jointly by Ministry of Power and ELCOMA. MoP will issue circulars to state government to send their relevant representatives. Elcoma will follow up these contacts and ensure confirmed registration | |
| Promotion | Newspaper ads and reports, professional magazines and TV discussions, direct mailers, emails and sms messages | |
| Entry | Free for delegates and visitors for all events | |
| Participants advantage | – Showcase LED products to a dedicated lighting stakeholder both in private as well government sector – Company logo in all communications / ads as co-sponsors – Workshop backdrop and banners outside venue will carry logo of participating company – Participation in networking on day 2 between 4 to 6pm pre-arranged with prospective buyers – Promotion: Direct mailing, sms, newspaper ads, magazines and telephone to audience. Announcements in local FM radio regarding exhibition and demo for general public – Lighting up entire area to give a festival look |
Presentations for the Workshop May 3 and 4, 2010 – India Habitat Centre, New Delhi
Quality Standards- An effort by Asia Lighting Compact
KV Rajeshwar (Click here to download PDF)
Bringing SSL To India – An ELCOMA Approach
H.S. Mamak (Click here to download PDF)
How an LED works
(Click here to download Audio)
Regulated Multi-State DSM Programme (RMSDP) to Stimulate LED Lighting in India
Sandeep Garg (Click here to download PDF)
LED based lighting measurement standards and techniques
Vikrant Mahajan (Click here to download PDF)
LED: Challenges & Promises
S. Chakraborty (Click here to download PDF)
LED for Professional Lighting Solutions
Martin Hartmann (Click here to download PDF)
SSL Applications for Public Lighting
Padmanabha Gowda (Click here to download PDF)
LED Technology and Global Standards
Nilesh Naik (Click here to download PDF)
LEDs for General Lighting Applications
Sanjay Tiwari (Click here to download PDF)
LED Lighting for Public Areas
Indranil Goswami (Click here to download PDF)
LEDS – Rural Lighting – Cost Reduction
Vijay Gupta (Click here to download PDF)
LED spectra and the way we perceive its Lighting “THE MESOPIC VISION”
John Rooymans (Click here to download PDF)
LED Lighting Scenario
Rajeev Chopra (Click here to download PDF)
Recent Developments in LED Lamps and Applications
James Ho (Click here to download PDF)
LEDS – Rural Lighting – Cost Reduction (II)
Vijay Gupta (Click here to download PDF)
