The American Lighting Association was officially founded in 1976, although its roots can be traced back to a group of lighting manufacturers who formed the Residential Lighting Design Committee in the mid-1960s. The goal of the ALA is to promote high standards and best practices in the lighting industry while educating consumers and design professionals about the latest advances in lighting technology and design.
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