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Episode #519: BrainLit and Healthy Indoor Environments-Insights from Kyle Harris on Light Science

HALO Talks: Elevating Wellness

Release Date: 09/04/2024

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In today's episode, we dive into (a relatively new field in the US) the fascinating world of 'healthy/performance lighting' with Kyle Harris. Join host Pete Moore as they explore Brainlit technology, a Swedish company that creates healthier indoor environments by mimicking the natural spectrum of sunlight through advanced LED modulation. Kyle and Pete discuss expanding partnerships with major sports teams like the Sacramento Kings, tackling market challenges, and the impressive patent portfolio that underpins Brainlit's revolutionary approach. We'll also touch on the technology's journey into various markets, the quantifiable benefits for athlete performance and overall wellness, and the future-proof nature of lighting solutions making waves in the US sports sector.

Inspired by Tord Wengren, one of the team behind behind Bluetooth and a platform expert from companies like Samsung and Huawei, Brainlet aims to revolutionize indoor lighting. Under Kyle’s influence, the company focuses on modulating and controlling LED lights to replicate the perfect sunlight spectrum indoors. This innovative approach not only creates healthier work and living environments but also aligns with the natural ways in which sunlight energizes and keeps people focused, reminiscent of the benefits our ancestors experienced. This technology has been used in Europe for quite a while and has recently starting gaining traction in the states. 

Harris states, "Companies that we work with, the professional teams especially, tell their players, 'We have installed for your benefit lights that make you recover better, sleep better, that can energize you before a game and decompress you post game.' I would say, conservatively, there's a 10 year difference in the understanding of light tech and health and wellness between Europe and the US to some extent, and how they look at light. Because of we come out of the Nordics, there's a much better understanding of the power of light."

Key themes discussed

  • Entering new markets and educating resistant leaders.
  • Exercise benefits, lighting impact on athletes, ROI.
  • Light system enhances health, wellness in various environments.
  • Future-proof design allows for continuous evolution.
  • Challenges in light tech and market traction.
  • Investment in new sports facilities for next generation.
  • Custom health solutions for optimal indoor environment.

A few key takeaways: 

  1. Brainlit Technology and Its Benefits: Brainlit specializes in creating healthy indoor environments by modulating LED light to mimic the natural sunlight spectrum. This tech offers significant health benefits including improved productivity, better sleep patterns, and reduced sick days.

  2. Strategic Partnerships in Sports: Brainlit has formed partnerships with major sports organizations, including the Sacramento Kings and others. These collaborations demonstrate the effectiveness of their technology in enhancing athletes' performance and overall wellness, further expanding their reach to the English Premier League and other major leagues.

  3. Market Education and Challenges: One of the prominent challenges discussed is the necessity of educating architects, construction teams, and potential clients about the benefits of healthy lighting. Communication and timely implementation remain key barriers, especially in new builds and the fragmented school district market.

  4. Holistic and Future-Proof Solutions: Brainlit offers versatile and adaptive lighting systems that cater to specific facility needs, such as providing optimized lighting during unconventional hours and for jet lag mitigation. Their solutions are designed to be future-proof, with remote accessibility management to allow for ongoing upgrades.

  5. Enterprise and Support Staff Focus: Beyond targeting athletes, Brainlit is emphasizing an enterprise solution that supports not only players but also coaches and support staff. This broader approach helps create a holistic wellness environment for everyone involved, and positions them as a comprehensive solution in various vertical markets including health clubs, sports, and studio markets.

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