Q&A: How a Building Scientist Studies Light and Sustainability
Craig Casey explains how his multidisciplinary research into sustainability and building science helps Lutron develop human centric lighting.
Source: www.metropolismag.com
Craig Casey explains how his multidisciplinary research into sustainability and building science helps Lutron develop human centric lighting.
Source: www.metropolismag.com
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