CIE (Commission Internationale de l'Éclairage)

The CIE, or Commission Internationale de l'Éclairage, is an international organization that develops standards and scientific guidelines related to light, color, and vision. Its goal is to ensure consistent understanding and measurement of colors and lighting conditions across industries and countries. By conducting research and establishing standardized methods, the CIE helps define how colors are described, measured, and compared, which is essential for fields like manufacturing, photography, and lighting design. Overall, it promotes accurate communication about color and brightness, supporting advances in technology and ensuring visual consistency worldwide.