Proudly Designed & Assembled in the UK: digiLED ZEUS® Leads in Sustainable LED Screen Technology
digiLED is thrilled to announce that our innovative digiLED ZEUS® (Zero Energy Use System), designed and assembled in the UK, has been nominated for the Enabling Technology of the Year at the AV Awards 2025. This recognition highlights our commitment to tackling a long-overlooked issue in the LED display industry: unnecessary energy consumption during standby.
What is digiLED ZEUS® & Why It Matters
LED displays, while efficient when active, can waste up to 18% of peak power in standby mode, often running 24/7. digiLED ZEUS®, proudly designed and assembled in the UK, is a patented smart power management system that allows users to safely power down displays completely, reducing standby energy use to zero. Unlike traditional methods, which risk inrush currents or component stress when restarting, ZEUS manages soft-start power distribution, ensuring safe and reliable operation for screens of all sizes.
Developed in 2023 and rolled out in 2024, ZEUS is now active in over 78 global projects, saving hundreds of thousands of kilowatt-hours and preventing tens of thousands of tonnes of CO₂ emissions. From small commercial setups to large-scale installations like The O2 Arena, ZEUS delivers measurable financial and environmental benefits without compromising display performance.
Measurable Impact for Customers & ESG Teams
For businesses, digiLED ZEUS® cuts energy costs significantly, with clients like The O2 Arena saving approximately £65,000 annually and reducing substantial carbon emissions. The system integrates with existing energy monitoring platforms, providing clear data for sustainability reporting, which helps justify further investments in display technology.
For staff, ZEUS simplifies operations. Its automated power-down and restart processes require no manual intervention, reducing workload in high-pressure environments like arenas or retail spaces. The system’s “power portal” allows teams to track and report savings easily, empowering them to demonstrate tangible environmental progress to stakeholders.
Innovation That Solves a Real Problem
What sets digiLED ZEUS® apart is its focus on a practical, scalable solution to a specific issue. Traditional remote power systems for large LED displays relied on clunky contactors, prone to tripping or burnout due to high inrush currents. ZEUS, engineered in the UK, eliminates this by distributing soft-start power across the entire screen array, making full shutdowns safe and efficient. Its API integration ensures clients can monitor performance and savings in real-time, turning sustainability into a data-driven reality.
Commitment to Green Credentials
Sustainability is at the heart of digiLED’s operations. Beyond ZEUS, we prioritise eco-friendly practices, such as using sea freight over air to cut shipping emissions by up to 90%. We also support the Hackspace movement, donating redundant LED hardware to educational maker spaces in the UK and US for STEM projects, extending component lifecycles. Our rigorous 228-step production process, carried out in the UK, ensures product reliability, minimising waste and returns.
Client Success at The O2 Arena
Stuart Edwards, Technical Director at The O2 Arena, praised digiLED ZEUS®: “Their innovative approach saved substantial time, cost, and carbon on our new LED installation. ZEUS is set to save us hundreds of thousands of pounds over the coming years while enhancing our green credentials as a leading arena.”
Leading the Way in Sustainable AV Technology
The nomination for digiLED ZEUS® at the AV Awards 2025 underscores its role as a game-changer in the AV industry. By addressing standby power waste, this UK-designed and assembled solution enables clients to reduce their environmental footprint, save costs, and maintain top-tier display performance. We’re proud to lead the charge in making LED displays more sustainable, one screen at a time.