Wednesday April 22nd, 2026
1:00 pm to 2:00 pm

Daylight, LEDs, and the Future of Building Performance

In this episode, Building Energy Exchange (BE-Ex) host Katie Schwamb chats with Brian Healey, Vice President of Sales & Marketing at Pearl Street Systems, a leading provider of commercial and industrial LED lighting systems and controls. Brian reflects on Pearl Street’s origins, the company’s connection to Thomas Edison’s historic Pearl Street station, and why supporting BE-Ex’s Daylight Hour campaign was a natural fit for an organization committed to advancing energy efficiency.  

Brian explores how the lighting industry has evolved over the past decade — from widespread LED adoption to the growing role of advanced controls, wireless technologies, and daylight harvesting strategies. He discusses the value of retro-commissioning existing lighting systems and explains how optimizing light levels can simultaneously reduce energy use, lower operating costs, and enhance occupant comfort and well-being. The conversation concludes with practical insights for building owners and facility managers looking to maximize the performance of their lighting systems and capture additional savings without compromising the occupant experience.

Host: Katie Schwamb, Managing Director, Building Energy Exchange

Guest: Brian Healey, Vice President, Pearl Street Systems and Engineering

Radio BE-Ex is a live podcast series by Building Energy Exchange that features industry leaders working at the intersection of buildings, energy, and sustainability. The Radio BE-Ex theme for 2026 is Radical Scale: the people, processes, and technology that will ensure the built environment meets the needs of the future.