Substantial research has been conducted in the past on the proper way to light classrooms some of which has been published in the ANSI / IESNA Report RP-3-00, "Lighting for Educational Facilities." Additional research is ongoing about the benefits of adding daylighting to improve student performance and reduce energy loads.

However, it is believed that this will be the first time that a study will be undertaken to understand how this can be brought together into a classroom lighting system that will be supported by one firm. The research in the material area will also be unique. Most white reflective surfaces in light fixtures are in the range of 85 to 90 percent reflective. This will be the first research effort to document the performance characteristics and cost parameters of a 97 percent reflective material.

This research is necessary to finalize the reflective material's formulation so that it can be used as a component in light fixtures suitable for classrooms.