Lighting is an important part of our daily lives that we often take for granted. It helps us to see, to feel safe and secure and to perform essential tasks at home, work, and play. Lighting adds ambience, atmosphere, and safety to our environment. Lighting choices can significantly impact our collective well-being and our environment. It helps to create inviting spaces that are inviting to people and wildlife. People tend to feel safer and more comfortable in well-lit environments, which can lead to less criminal activity. An appropriate lighting system can help reduce energy costs by helping people see clearly, thus reducing the need to increase lighting levels. It also reduces the pollution resulting from artificial lighting, as this type of lighting generally produces more heat and therefore requires more energy to operate. When considering lighting for homes and businesses, it is important to look at lights that are energy efficient, have long service life, and provide appropriate levels of light in all areas. Many newer lighting technologies such as LEDs, compact fluorescents, and halogen bulbs are energy efficient alternatives to traditional lights. The best way to determine which type of lighting is most suitable for the environment is to consult with an experienced lighting professional. When selecting lights for the outdoors, it is important to consider the type of activities that will occur in the area. For example, flood and spot lights are great for increased security, while path lights can help to create ambience outdoors. In addition, motion detectors can help save energy by switching off lights when no movement is detected. Lighting plays a critical role in our daily lives and should be given careful attention when selecting lights for home, work, and play. Energy efficient lighting and properly designed lighting systems can have a positive impact on both our environment and our overall well-being.