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Smart lighting requires that either the wiring and infrastructure or the bulbs themselves are able to be connected to the web. Philips hue, LIFX and INSTEON bulbs all take this latter approach, but buying new smart bulbs can be expensive. Emberlight is an adapter designed to make any bulb smart without the expense.

Like Spark, the Emberlight sits between a light fitting and a bulb and connects to the user's Wi-Fi network to allow the remote control of the light from a smartphone, tablet, or computer.

However, unlike Spark, which missed its crowdfunding goal on Kickstarter leaving the company to focus on providing an open-source operating system for the Internet of Things, the Emberlight has been more successful. The device has already hit its Kickstarter target with another month left to go.

Installation of the Emberlight adapter is simply a case of screwing it into a light fitting as you would a bulb. The bulb then screws into the adapter. Users need then only pull up the Emberlight mobile app and connect the device to their home Wi-Fi network.

Once the Emberlight adapter is set up, it is possible to manually raise and lower the brightness of a bulb, set bulbs to fade up or down at certain times, set and load lighting mood presets, have lights automatically come on when you are within a certain distance and control lights at home when you're elsewhere. The company also suggests that users can save energy by slightly reducing the brightness of lights throughout their home and notifications will tell a user if they have left any on.

Emberlight works with incandescent, halogen, dimmable CFL and dimmable LED bulbs. The device is designed for use with Edison screw bulbs, although adapters for bayonet bulbs are available. Emberlight is also planning to release actual bayonet versions of the device for counties where this format is used.

Pledges for the Kickstarter campaign start at US$49 in order to receive an Emberlight, assuming all goes to plan with their production.

The Emberlight video pitch can be viewed below.

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Charleston, South Carolina (PRWEB) August 05, 2014

Palmetto Energy PLC, part of Charleston based clean energy investment firm The Palmetto Group, today secured a joint venture partnership with Louisiana based Sader Power Enterprises LLC that is expected to create one of the largest vertically integrated solar installation companies in the United States.

"This joint venture puts us on track to realise our ambitions of investing $10 billion in clean energy projects by 2020," said Chris Kemper, CEO and Founder of The Palmetto Group . "The combination of the unique, highly disruptive technologies that Sader has created combined with The Palmetto Groups proven ability to fund large scale renewable energy projects will enable us to become a substantial, highly competitive entity in the burgeoning US clean energy sector," he continued.

"We have the technology and methods to develop the largest power company in the world in less than 20 years, providing enough capacity to satisfy the demand for electricity nationwide whilst at the same time replacing the Grid," said Jon Sader, Founder and CEO of Sader Power Enterprises. "We are excited about the prospects of working closely with Palmetto whose clean energy finance expertise will enable us to get one step closer to our ambition of putting a solar array on every rooftop in America," he continued.

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PR Team The Palmetto Group LLC 6 North Atlantic Wharf Charleston SC 29401 http://www.palmetto.com marketing(at)palmetto(dot)com

Brooks Young Director of Marketing & Public Relations Sader Power Enterprises, LLC 504-246-5924 9930 Chef Menteur Hwy New Orleans, LA 70127 BYoung(at)saderpower(dot)com http://www.saderpower.com

About Palmetto

Operating since 1996, The Palmetto Group is a trusted financial firm that offers cleanenergy investment products with environmental benefits to its growing global clientbase of over 300 institutions and 12,000 private clients.The Palmetto Group has grown rapidly and evolved into a highly regarded financial firm withsubstantial transaction experience having financed clean energy assets in excess of $350m worldwide.

Palmetto Energy PLC is the development and finance division of The Palmetto Group

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August 6, 2014 - Designed to work with multiple input sources such as T8 Electronic Instant Start, T8 Program Start Electronic, and T12 Magnetic ballasts, Multi-Operation LED Lampsrequire no re-wiring of light fixture. If ballast fails, lamps can still operate using optional 120277 Vac LED remote. Available in 2, 3, 4, or 5 ft lengths with either clear or frosted lens, linear lamps do not flicker andare dimmable. Unitsmeets UL standard 1598c and 4 ft version meets Designlights Consortium requirements. ELB Electronics 67 East Live Oak Avenue Arcadia, CA, 91006 USA Press release date: August 1, 2014

ARCADIA, Calif. -- ELB Electronics, a global manufacturer of LED lighting products, has introduced an LED T8 direct replacement lamp, which requires no re-wiring of the light fixture.

Moreover, 40-50 percent energy savings can be realized when replacing existing fluorescent T8 (32-watt) and T12 (32W and 40W) electronic and magnetic ballasted fixtures. Another 20-30 percent energy savings can be achieved when combined with a low ballast factor ballast or lighting control system.

The Multi-Operation LED product is the most versatile linear lamp on the market today and is compatible with most excisting fluorescent emergency ballasts. It works with multiple input sources such as T8 Electronic Instant Start, T8 Program Start Electronic and T12 Magnetic ballasts.

Installation is easy since it just requires removing the existing fluorescent lamps and inserting the LED linear lamp. If the ballast fails, the LED lamp can still operate using an optional 120-277VAC LED remote

The ELB lamp, which is available in two, three, four or five foot lengths with either a clear or frosted lens, does not flicker and is dimmable. It has less lumen depreciation than other fluoresecent systems and is backed with a 5-year manufacturers warranty.

The Linear LED T8 direct replacement lamp meets UL standard 1598c and the four-foot version meets Designlights Consortium requirements.

For more information, email sales@elbelectronics.com, call (626) 446-5617, visit http://www.elbelectronics.com or write ELB Electronics, Inc., 67 East Live Oak Avenue, Suite 101, Arcadia, CA 91006.

About ELB Electronics, Inc. Headquartered in Arcadia, California, with production facilities in Asia, ELB Electronics, Inc., is a global manufacturer of LED lighting prodcucts, fluorescent electronic ballasts and lighting control components. ELB offers an alternative fluorescent lighting ballast solution for seasoned lighting fixture Manufacturers, Distributors, ESCOs, Contractors and National Accounts customers.

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When it comes to infusing your home with rich, historical flavor, wood detailssuch as wainscoting, beaded board, paneling, and crown moldingare a worthwhile investment. Ornate trimwork and molding can be the ultimate design statement in a room, adding interest to walls and clearly defining each space. In less than a weekend, you can install trimwork in a room to add depth and interest to walls. Molding and trimwork aren't just for walls and ceilings; find ideas for using trimwork around doors, windows, and fireplaces to highlight distinctive features and create focal points throughout your home. To make trimwork stand out, paint it a lighter shade than your walls and ceiling. Regardless of your home's age, installing molding and trimwork is a small investment well worth the payoff. Looking to add molding and trim on a budget? Architectural salvage and construction demolition businesses might be a good source for purchasing remodeling materials at a lower cost than new materials. Find design ideas and learn how to install trim in your home with our expert advice for preserving your home's classic good looks and timeless charm.

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On the heels of Windows Phone 8.1, Microsoft has released the latest update to its mobile OS. Currently available to download for users as part of the free-to-join Preview for Developers program, Windows Phone 8.1 Update 1 includes some minor but important enhancements. Here's a look at what to expect.

Microsoft has said that the update will roll out to consumers with devices running Windows Phone 8.1 in the coming months, but we've already taken it for a spin.

Android and iOS devices have had the ability to group apps together by creating folders for several years now and Windows Phone is finally joining the party, but with a bit of a twist. The folders continue with Microsoft's live tile approach, so you will see updates from each app you put in a folder.

Putting apps in folders is just like adding apps to create folders in iOS and (some) Android launchers. Just tap and drag an app to another app to create a folder and then you'll be able to name it. The folder will display a grid of mini app icons, and when you tap it, you can easily access the app you want. You can also resize the app tiles inside the folder once it's expanded. For example, in the screenshot below I created a music folder and you can see both the live tile view and the larger view once the live tile is opened.

Apps Corner is a restricted access mode that's designed to provide access to selected apps on your phone if you let someone borrow it. The person who borrows your phone will get a customized Start screen with access to only the apps you selected. This is a good solution for businesses and can work as a sort of kiosk mode to prevent users from accessing certain functions. It's also similar to another Windows Phone feature called Kids Corner that gives your children access to only specific games and apps you choose. To use it go to Settings > apps corner and tap Apps. Then select the apps you want to be available.

To get out of Apps Corner, hold the power button down for about a second and you'll see the following screen. You can either power the phone off or swipe to the right to exit Apps Corner. Make sure you have a Lock Screen password set, because the other person using the phone has access to this too. But they will need your code to get out of it.

Xbox Music has improved quite a bit across all platforms over the past few years. Unfortunately, when Windows 8.1 was launched, it was painfully slow and crashed a lot. Microsoft heard the user complaints and admitted the app was broken. Now with the Windows Phone 8.1 update, you should notice several improvements and bug fixes, along with a snappier interface. The company also said new features will be added regularly, with "now playing" on the music live tile set to appear in the not-too-distant future.

Now when you have the Windows Store tile set to the medium size, it will be "live" and display new apps, recommendations, the app of the day and more. The screenshot below shows two different games that are being featured via the Store's live tile. While this isn't a huge deal, it is further evidence that Microsoft is tightening up its mobile OS.

Windows Phone 8.1 Update 1 allows you to select multiple SMS messages to delete or forward all in one action. It will be available in built-in apps as well as more places like the Phone app call log. You can get to it in a messaging app by selecting more options, tapping "select messages" and checking the ones you want to delete or forward on.

if you don't want to wait for your carrier to send it your way, you too can take the update for a spin right now.

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The citys code enforcement office has been at odds with Pilgrim Baptist Church over a new addition the city claims requires the church to also install a sprinkler system in the existing building in order to comply with Newark code.

Members of the church, founded in 1913 and located on Barksdale Road, believe the code is being incorrectly interpreted by city officials and argue that the two buildings are separate, distinct structures.

It was by design that these be two separate buildings, Pastor Lonnie Rector said.

On Tuesday, both parties presented their cases to the Board of Building Appeals with City Solicitor Bruce Herron and Tim Poole, code enforcement officer, arguing in favor of the city, and James A. Landon, an attorney from Morris James, LLP, representing the church.

Three out of the six members of the board were present at the hearing, including Terrance Haskins, Jeff Bergstrom and Sal Sedita.

Work began last year on the two-story, 17,000-square-foot addition to the back of the church for a fellowship hall and additional meeting rooms, classrooms and kitchen, but on Feb. 5, a month before completion, the church received a letter from Planning Director Maureen Feeney Roser stating that sprinklers must be installed in the existing portion of the building.

Feeney Roser explained that the sprinklers needed to be installed before she could issue a Certificate of Occupancy for the addition and gave the church 30 days to comply.

However, on Tuesday, Landon argued that the church is not financially prepared to install the sprinklers and should not be required to do so in 30 days, a time frame he described as impossible.

He added that the church would be unable to hold regular services if forced to install sprinklers in the existing building, as the worship room would be under construction.

Poole explained to the board that the existing church shares load-bearing elements with the new area, which deems it not only an addition, but also a renovation, and triggers the automatic sprinklering requirement. He also noted that the two buildings are connected by a hallway.

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GEORGETOWN, Colo. (CBS4) Its one of the biggest concerns in Colorados highway system what if the EisenhowerJohnson Memorial Tunnels had to be closed and repaired? The state is moving one step closer to making sure that doesnt happen by installing a new fire suppression system that could also likely save lives.

Its going to be the greatest improvement to tunnel since initial construction, CDOT Project Manager Raelene Shelly said.

For the past 40 years there has been one main source for putting out fires at the tunnel.

We have 52 employees here at the tunnel that are all trained in basic firefighting skills, Shelly said.

While thats worked in the past, the Colorado Department of Transportation has received a total of $25 million from the federal and state governments to make the tunnel safer.

They currently run hurricane force winds through there if theres ever a fire, but what were looking at getting the funding to install is a sprinkler system, U.S. Rep. Jared Polis said.

We have had nine significant fires inside the tunnel and two of them have caused damage, said. Our system will actually reduce damage to the tunnels and keep them open for the public.

There was an RV that caught fire in the tunnel in the year 2000 and a number of other close calls. But now the system design has been picked and a contractor is ready to start next year.

Theres a linear heat detector on the ceiling of the roadway and it will detect heat which will send a signal to the control room. An operator will decide whether or not theres a fire, Shelly said.

Sprinklers will go through ventilation already in place.

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