IES Industry Progress Report
The mission of the IES Industry Progress Committee is to keep in touch with developments in the art and science of lighting throughout the world and prepare a yearly report of achievements for the Society. Acceptance is based on an impartial judging process used by the committee to evaluate each submission on its uniqueness, innovation and significance to the lighting industry.
Submissions Now Open
Submissions Now Open
SUBMISSION DATES
April 13 at 8:00 AM ET – May 8, 2026 at 5:00 PM ET
OPEN 2026
Reviewed by the IES Industry Progress Committee
FEES
Early Bird IES Member
$200
Early Bird Non-Member
$250
IES Member (from April 27)
$300
Non-Member (from April 27)
$350
ACCEPTED SUBMISSIONS
✓ Presented live at IES 26 – The Lighting Conference | August 13-15, 2026
✓ Published on the IES Website, in LD+A Magazine | Presented at IES Section meetings
✓ Accessible throughout the year at the IES website
✓ Receive a presentation grade certificate
