DENVER, CO — The Illuminating Engineering Society (IES) has officially opened its Call for Entries for the 2026 IES Industry Progress Report, inviting lighting manufacturers, researchers, and innovators to submit their most forward‑thinking products, systems, and research. The annual report showcases significant advances that demonstrate meaningful progress in the lighting industry.
The program is open to organizations and individuals involved in lighting design, manufacturing, product development, and research. Submissions must represent innovations commercially introduced or completed after the 2025 reporting cycle and should show measurable advancement in performance, efficiency, design, or application.
Eligibility categories include:
- Luminaires, lamps, and lighting equipment
- Controls, sensors, and integrated systems
- Optical, thermal, or material innovations
- Research studies, methodologies, and data contributing to lighting science
Key Dates
- Submission Portal Opens: April 13, 2026
- Early Bird Deadline: April 26, 2026
- Submission Portal Closes: May 8, 2026
All submissions must include a detailed description, technical documentation, high‑resolution imagery, and any optional supplemental materials such as test data or case studies.
Entry Fees
- Non‑Member Early Bird (until April 26): $250
- Member Early Bird (until April 26): $200
- Non‑Member (after April 26): $350
- Member (after April 26): $300
You must pay the fees at the time of submission through the IES online entry portal.
The Industry Progress Report is presented annually during the IES Conference and highlights innovations shaping the future of the lighting sector. Selected entries receive global visibility and recognition among lighting designers, engineers, researchers, manufacturers, and educators.
How to Submit
Full entry guidelines and access to the submission portal are available on the IES website. For questions, applicants may contact the IES Industry Progress Committee through the portal.
EdisonReport Editor’s Note:
The IES Industry Progress Report is one of the lighting industry’s most recognized annual programs for showcasing technical advancement and innovation across luminaires, controls, materials, and lighting research. Entries are evaluated for measurable progress in performance, efficiency, design, or application, with selected submissions gaining visibility among lighting designers, engineers, manufacturers, and educators worldwide. The 2026 submission portal closes on May 8, 2026, with an early-bird deadline of April 26. The report is presented each year at the IES Annual Conference. More information is available at ies.org.
This article was updated on 12 APR 2026