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Leading the Charge: Calibo Is Now a Proud Member of Lighting Council Australia

Written by Calibo on April 28, 2025

Leading the Charge: Calibo Is Now a Proud Member of Lighting Council Australia

At Calibo, we're proud to share some exciting news — we've officially joined Lighting Council Australia.

The Lighting Council is the preeminent representative body for all sectors of the Australian lighting industry. They're dedicated to raising the standard across the board: championing high-quality, sustainable, environmentally and socially responsible lighting products, supporting ongoing education and skills development, and shaping industry regulations and policies alongside government bodies. In short, they're at the forefront of driving positive change for the future of lighting in Australia.

Joining the Lighting Council marks an important step for Calibo as we continue to focus on innovation, compliance, and delivering the best lighting and ceiling fan solutions to Australian homes.Here's what it means — for us, and for you.


Why Did Calibo Decide to Join the Lighting Council, and What Does This Mean for the Company’s Long-Term Vision?

We want to have the best products in the market that meet and exceed Australian standards. Being a member of the Lighting Council gives us access to the group that sets these standards, and the opportunity to be actively involved. It also allows us to add our voice to important advocacy work across the industry.

Aligning with a highly recognised and respected organisation like the Lighting Council helps show our customers that we are a professional business committed to quality. The Lighting Council audits its members on compliance, so we can confidently demonstrate that our processes and products meet the highest benchmarks.


What Specific Goals Does Calibo Hope to Achieve Through Its Membership With the Lighting Council?

  • Be involved in setting future standards
  • Stay up to date with changes to government regulations as they happen
  • Continuously educate our team on new technology, manufacturing techniques, and compliance
  • Be seen as an active, contributing member of the industry
  • Engage in industry working groups to help shape the future of lighting


How Does Calibo Plan to Continue Educating and Informing Customers About the Importance of Choosing Quality, Energy-Efficient Lighting Products?

We’ll leverage the Lighting Council’s advocacy efforts to help customers understand why choosing quality matters. We also plan to participate in some of the Council’s recycling and sustainability initiatives. With the Lighting Council active at both media and political levels, we’re proud to add our voice to these important conversations.



What are some of the ways being part of the Lighting Council helps Calibo deliver better, safer, and more sustainable products for Australian homes?

Through access to standards development and the expertise the Lighting Council provides, we can continuously improve our offerings.


As an active member of the Lighting Council, how will Calibo continue to ensure that our products meet the latest energy-efficient and safety standards?

Through continual auditing processes and exposure to the latest industry working groups, we can ensure our products meet — and exceed — evolving standards.


How does Calibo’s involvement in the Lighting Council enhance the buying experience for our customers?

Our customers can have confidence knowing that as a member of the Lighting Council, Calibo has been independently audited. Our products and processes are industry-leading, and membership with the Lighting Council isn’t handed out lightly — it’s a mark of trust and professionalism.


How does being an active member of the Lighting Council allow Calibo to shape the future of lighting in Australia?

By participating in standards-setting teams, advocacy efforts, and industry working groups that explore emerging technologies and innovations.


What does this mean for Calibo’s ability to stay ahead of changes in regulations, trends, and industry best practices?

We’ll have early access to the latest information and be able to influence how and what standards are adopted, keeping us — and our customers — ahead of the curve.


How does Calibo’s active involvement in the Lighting Council benefit customers when it comes to product safety and compliance?

Customers can have peace of mind knowing we are independently audited, and that we actively participate in working groups that help shape industry standards.


What role does the Lighting Council play in ensuring lighting products meet Australian standards, and how does this impact Calibo’s product range?

The Lighting Council works directly with the government to set Australian standards. As members, we have a say in what protections need to be put in place, helping ensure only compliant products are available in Australia.


With the Lighting Council advocating for energy-efficient lighting products, how does this influence Calibo’s product designs, particularly in ceiling fans and lights?

We incorporate the latest technical releases and sustainability findings from the Lighting Council into our product designs. Early access to changes in standards also means we can future-proof our products to meet — and exceed — the latest benchmarks.


At Calibo, we’re excited to continue delivering industry-leading lighting and ceiling fan solutions with a strong focus on quality, compliance, and sustainability — backed by our membership in Lighting Council Australia.