CIE is the abbreviation of Commission Internationale de l’Éclairage or International Commission on Illumination in English. CIE, headquartered in Vienna, Austria, was established in 1913 and is the world’s leading multidisciplinary professional organization in lighting, vision, and color.
CIE is an international scientific and technical organization that has color science, vision research, photometry, lighting design, light source manufacturing, photobiology, photochemistry, and other professionals. It aims to promote international cooperation and exchange of information in all aspects of light and lighting.
CIE currently has 38 member countries and regions, including Argentina, China, Germany, the United States, the United Kingdom, Japan, and Hong Kong SAR. China Illuminating Engineering Society and Hong Kong Illuminating Engineering Society are both member organizations of CIE.
Providing an international platform for academic discussions on lighting and illumination.
Developing fundamental and measurement standards in the field of light and lighting.
Issuing guidelines and recommendations that support the formulation of national and international lighting standards.
Publishing reports, standards, and technical papers that drive innovation and uniformity in lighting applications.
Collaborating with other global organizations involved in lighting research, standards, and safety.
CIE is recognized by bodies such as the International Organization for Standardization (ISO) as the key authority for developing international standards in lighting, including the definition of color spaces (like CIE 1931 XYZ) and measurement protocols that affect industries worldwide—from architecture and automotive to consumer electronics and industrial lighting.
ACE follows international standards such as CIE. As a manufacturer and supplier of industrial lighting solutions, ACE strives to lead the industrial lighting industry by providing energy efficient and standard compliant lighting products. Our product range includes LED high bay lights, tri-proof lights, street lights, and area lights, all designed to provide quality light output for illumination, cost savings, and safety, helping you keep pace with the changing demands of industrial and outdoor lighting around the world.
