Learn About Light

125th Anniversary of the Incandescent Lamp
In 1879, Thomas Edison invented the "practical" electric light bulb. Since then, GE has invented many significant energy saving lighting products.

Learn more about light, history and specification in this informative section.

Product shot of GE incandescent bulb.

History of Light

History of Light

The invention of the electric light bulb was announced in the New York Herald on December 21, 1879. In following weeks gas stocks dropped dramatically while stock in the Edison Electric Company soared, eventually hitting $3,500 a share..

Interactive Colour Booth

Interactive Colour Booth

The "right" colour source for a given application depends on personal preferences, custom, and an evaluation of the trade-offs in efficiency, cost, and colour rendition. Use our Interactive Colour Booth to help you choose the right light.

Quality of Light

Quality of Light

The colour rendering of a light source describes that source's ability to accurately render the colours of perceived objects - people and things.

Introduction to Lighting

Introduction to Lighting

Light from the sun brings energy to the earth... energy that can be absorbed by plants for photosynthesis, by the oceans to evaporate water and cause rain, by photocells and solar panels to create electricity, and so on.