Horticultural LED Lighting
Durable and long lasting LEDs from OSRAM Opto Semiconductors are the green alternative to standard horticultural lighting. By utilizing state-of-the art LED technology, there is a significant opportunity to stimulate plant growth while drastically reducing energy consumption through the use of targeted lighting at 660 and 450 nanometer.
In recent years, academic studies have proven that plants are more sensitive to particular wavelengths of light, demonstrating increased chlorophyll absorption and photosynthesis when exposed to red (~640 or 660 nanometer) and blue (~450 nanometer) light. A recent replacement of conventional greenhouse light sources with special wavelength LEDs yielded a 40% reduction in energy consumption and a 20% reduction in chemical fertilizers used for healthy plant growth.
The features of LEDs such as small form factor, high efficiency and long life span provide flexibility for farmers (growers) in their greenhouses. Dimmable and controllable, LEDs are instant on when you need them and can easily be set in cycles that promote good growing.
