As Earth Day is just around the corner, Cree and The Noun Project have introduced new graphic symbols to represent various energy-efficient technologies, including LED lighting, biofuels and solar farms, designed during the recent Iconathon at the Cree campus in Durham.
The day-long collaborative workshop, led by The Noun Project co-founder Edward Boatman, included nearly 40 attendees who sketched new symbols for LED lighting and a variety of energy-efficient technologies.
All of the designs were discussed and critiqued to ensure the best iconic representation for each of the 15 energy-efficient technologies and concepts.
"By collaborating with The Noun Project, we now have a universal symbol that represents LED lighting, filling a significant void in the energy-efficient lighting landscape," said Ginny Skalski, social media specialist, Cree.
"As Cree continues leading the way for LED lighting adoption, this new icon will allow the public and the media to stop using antiquated Edison or swirly CFL bulb designs to symbolize lighting."
The symbols are now available for public download.