GITNUXREPORT 2025

Lighting Industry Statistics

Global lighting market exceeds $105 billion, LED dominates with 70% revenue.

Jannik Linder

Co-Founder of Gitnux, specialized in content and tech since 2016.

First published: April 29, 2025

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The energy savings potential with LED lighting is up to 80% compared to traditional incandescent bulbs

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The U.S. Department of Energy reports that if all U.S. incandescent bulbs were replaced with LEDs, it would save approximately $3.9 billion annually in energy costs

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The industry shift to energy-efficient lighting reduces global CO2 emissions by approximately 200 million tons annually

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In commercial outdoor lighting, energy savings with LED fixtures exceeded 50% compared to previous HID lighting systems in recent installations

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The share of energy-efficient lighting projects funded through government subsidies increased by 10% in 2022, promoting sustainable development

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The percentage of lighting fixtures using recyclable materials increased to 30% in 2022, reflecting industry sustainability efforts

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In 2022, Asia-Pacific accounted for over 45% of the global lighting market

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In 2022, the Europe lighting market was valued at around €20 billion, with a CAGR of 3.5%

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The Asia-Pacific region is leading in off-grid solar lighting solutions, with a market share of 50% in 2022

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Nighttime outdoor lighting installations increased by 15% globally in 2022, supporting safety and urban aesthetics

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The global lighting market was valued at approximately $105 billion in 2022

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The US lighting industry revenue was estimated at $13 billion in 2022

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The total number of lighting fixtures installed worldwide was about 24 billion in 2022

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The global OLED lighting market is expected to grow at a CAGR of 16% from 2023 to 2028

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The lighting industry employs over 4 million people worldwide as of 2023

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The cost of smart lighting controls has dropped by 30% since 2020, making them more accessible for homes and businesses

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The adoption of UV-C lighting for disinfection purposes increased by over 60% worldwide during the COVID-19 pandemic period

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The global theatrical lighting market is projected to reach $2.5 billion by 2025, growing at a CAGR of 7%

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The market share of fiber optic lighting solutions in the architectural lighting sector is expected to grow at a CAGR of 5% through 2025

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The use of motion sensors in commercial lighting reduced energy consumption by 12% to 15% in office buildings during 2022

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The global market for decorative lighting is forecasted to reach $12 billion by 2025, growing at a CAGR of 4.5%

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The market share of vintage Edison-style filament bulbs in decorative lighting increased by 8% in 2022, driven by retro design trends

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LED lighting accounted for over 70% of the global lighting market revenue in 2022

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The commercial lighting segment held the largest share of the lighting industry at 45% in 2022

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The global smart lighting market is projected to reach $19 billion by 2027, growing at a CAGR of 17.2%

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The adoption rate of LED lighting in new residential buildings increased by 35% between 2019 and 2022

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The adoption of IoT-enabled lighting increased by 50% in commercial buildings during 2022

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Compact fluorescent lamps (CFLs) held a 12% share of the global lighting market in 2022

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The growth of solar-powered lighting solutions increased by 25% worldwide in 2022

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The use of Li-Fi technology in lighting systems is expected to grow at a CAGR of 70% from 2023 to 2028

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The global architectural lighting market is projected to reach $15 billion by 2025, growing at a CAGR of 6%

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The fastest-growing segment in hospitality lighting is LED embedded lighting, with a growth rate of 12% annually

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The LED lighting segment is expected to surpass traditional lighting in global revenues by 2025

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The global automotive lighting market was valued at $23 billion in 2022 and is projected to grow at a CAGR of 8%

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The global retail lighting market is expected to reach $8 billion by 2024, growing at a CAGR of 5%

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The growth of smart city projects has increased the implementation of intelligent street lighting by 40% between 2020 and 2022

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The adoption of tunable white lighting has increased by 30% in office environments in 2022, to enhance productivity and comfort

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The renewable lighting segment, including solar and hybrid solutions, constituted about 10% of the global off-grid lighting market in 2022

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The integration of emergency and security lighting systems grew by 15% in commercial facilities during 2022, ensuring safety compliance

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The use of wireless mesh networks for lighting control systems is expected to grow at a CAGR of 22% from 2023 to 2028

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The annual growth rate of OLED lighting installations in residential spaces is approximately 12%, according to recent reports

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The global lighting automation market is projected to reach $9 billion by 2026, driven by smart home integration

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The retail sector's use of LED display lighting increased by 20% in 2022 to improve visual merchandising

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The adoption of circadian lighting solutions in healthcare and workplaces grew by 25% in 2022, supporting health and wellbeing

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The plastic component segment of the lighting industry is projected to see a 4% annual growth rate through 2030 due to increased demand for lightweight fixtures

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The market for vintage and retro lighting fixtures is expected to grow at a CAGR of 3.8% from 2023 to 2028, driven by aesthetic preferences

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The global LED grow light market for horticulture is projected to reach $1.8 billion by 2028, growing at a CAGR of 14%

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The LED sports lighting segment is expected to grow at a CAGR of 9.3% from 2023 to 2028, due to demand for high-quality stadium illumination

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The adoption of energy-efficient lighting controls in residential buildings increased by 22% during 2022, driven by rising energy costs

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The number of initial public offerings (IPOs) by lighting companies increased by 15% in 2022, signifying strong investor interest

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The global battery-powered portable lighting market is projected to grow at a CAGR of 10.5% through 2028, driven by outdoor and emergency applications

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In 2022, the number of smart street lighting installations worldwide surpassed 50 million units, aiding smart city infrastructures

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The global ultraviolet lighting market, including UV-C, UV-A, and UV-B, is projected to reach $4 billion by 2027, growing at a CAGR of 7%

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The adoption of wireless lighting controls in commercial spaces increased by 32% in 2022, facilitating easier management and integration

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The average lifespan of LED bulbs is approximately 25,000 hours

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The patent filings related to LED technology increased by 20% annually between 2017 and 2022

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The average cost of LED lighting fixtures has decreased by 40% over the past five years

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The use of human-centric dynamic lighting in healthcare facilities improves patient recovery times by approximately 15%

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The industry's investment in LED research and development increased by 12% annually from 2018 to 2022, indicating ongoing innovation

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The use of 3D printing for custom lighting fixture prototypes increased by 25% from 2020 to 2023, reducing manufacturing lead times

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Key Highlights

The global lighting market was valued at approximately $105 billion in 2022
LED lighting accounted for over 70% of the global lighting market revenue in 2022
The energy savings potential with LED lighting is up to 80% compared to traditional incandescent bulbs
The commercial lighting segment held the largest share of the lighting industry at 45% in 2022
The global smart lighting market is projected to reach $19 billion by 2027, growing at a CAGR of 17.2%
In 2022, Asia-Pacific accounted for over 45% of the global lighting market
The average lifespan of LED bulbs is approximately 25,000 hours
The US lighting industry revenue was estimated at $13 billion in 2022
The adoption rate of LED lighting in new residential buildings increased by 35% between 2019 and 2022
The total number of lighting fixtures installed worldwide was about 24 billion in 2022
The global OLED lighting market is expected to grow at a CAGR of 16% from 2023 to 2028
The U.S. Department of Energy reports that if all U.S. incandescent bulbs were replaced with LEDs, it would save approximately $3.9 billion annually in energy costs
The lighting industry employs over 4 million people worldwide as of 2023

The lighting industry is shining brighter than ever, with a global valuation of over $105 billion in 2022, driven by breakthrough innovations in LED, smart, and sustainable lighting solutions that are transforming how we illuminate our world.

Environmental and Sustainability Factors

The energy savings potential with LED lighting is up to 80% compared to traditional incandescent bulbs
The U.S. Department of Energy reports that if all U.S. incandescent bulbs were replaced with LEDs, it would save approximately $3.9 billion annually in energy costs
The industry shift to energy-efficient lighting reduces global CO2 emissions by approximately 200 million tons annually
In commercial outdoor lighting, energy savings with LED fixtures exceeded 50% compared to previous HID lighting systems in recent installations
The share of energy-efficient lighting projects funded through government subsidies increased by 10% in 2022, promoting sustainable development
The percentage of lighting fixtures using recyclable materials increased to 30% in 2022, reflecting industry sustainability efforts

Environmental and Sustainability Factors Interpretation

With LED lighting revolutionizing energy efficiency—cutting costs by billions, slashing CO2 emissions, and boosting sustainability—it's clear that brighter, greener futures are shining more efficiently than ever, one watt at a time.

Geographic and Market Trends

In 2022, Asia-Pacific accounted for over 45% of the global lighting market
In 2022, the Europe lighting market was valued at around €20 billion, with a CAGR of 3.5%
The Asia-Pacific region is leading in off-grid solar lighting solutions, with a market share of 50% in 2022
Nighttime outdoor lighting installations increased by 15% globally in 2022, supporting safety and urban aesthetics

Geographic and Market Trends Interpretation

As the Asia-Pacific region brightens its lead in solar and urban lighting, the global industry’s 2022 glow reveals a world where innovation, safety, and economic power shine hand in hand—yet, with Europe’s steady €20 billion flicker and a modest 3.5% growth rate, it’s clear that the future of lighting isn’t just about brightness but also about strategic illumination.

Industry and Market Analysis

The global lighting market was valued at approximately $105 billion in 2022
The US lighting industry revenue was estimated at $13 billion in 2022
The total number of lighting fixtures installed worldwide was about 24 billion in 2022
The global OLED lighting market is expected to grow at a CAGR of 16% from 2023 to 2028
The lighting industry employs over 4 million people worldwide as of 2023
The cost of smart lighting controls has dropped by 30% since 2020, making them more accessible for homes and businesses
The adoption of UV-C lighting for disinfection purposes increased by over 60% worldwide during the COVID-19 pandemic period
The global theatrical lighting market is projected to reach $2.5 billion by 2025, growing at a CAGR of 7%
The market share of fiber optic lighting solutions in the architectural lighting sector is expected to grow at a CAGR of 5% through 2025
The use of motion sensors in commercial lighting reduced energy consumption by 12% to 15% in office buildings during 2022
The global market for decorative lighting is forecasted to reach $12 billion by 2025, growing at a CAGR of 4.5%
The market share of vintage Edison-style filament bulbs in decorative lighting increased by 8% in 2022, driven by retro design trends

Industry and Market Analysis Interpretation

With a global valuation soaring past $105 billion and over 24 billion fixtures illuminating our world—fueled by innovations like OLEDs growing at 16%, smarter controls dropping prices, and a keen eye for vintage style—it's clear that the lighting industry is not just brightening our spaces but also casting a luminous glow on innovation, employment, and sustainable practices worldwide.

Market Segments and Applications

LED lighting accounted for over 70% of the global lighting market revenue in 2022
The commercial lighting segment held the largest share of the lighting industry at 45% in 2022
The global smart lighting market is projected to reach $19 billion by 2027, growing at a CAGR of 17.2%
The adoption rate of LED lighting in new residential buildings increased by 35% between 2019 and 2022
The adoption of IoT-enabled lighting increased by 50% in commercial buildings during 2022
Compact fluorescent lamps (CFLs) held a 12% share of the global lighting market in 2022
The growth of solar-powered lighting solutions increased by 25% worldwide in 2022
The use of Li-Fi technology in lighting systems is expected to grow at a CAGR of 70% from 2023 to 2028
The global architectural lighting market is projected to reach $15 billion by 2025, growing at a CAGR of 6%
The fastest-growing segment in hospitality lighting is LED embedded lighting, with a growth rate of 12% annually
The LED lighting segment is expected to surpass traditional lighting in global revenues by 2025
The global automotive lighting market was valued at $23 billion in 2022 and is projected to grow at a CAGR of 8%
The global retail lighting market is expected to reach $8 billion by 2024, growing at a CAGR of 5%
The growth of smart city projects has increased the implementation of intelligent street lighting by 40% between 2020 and 2022
The adoption of tunable white lighting has increased by 30% in office environments in 2022, to enhance productivity and comfort
The renewable lighting segment, including solar and hybrid solutions, constituted about 10% of the global off-grid lighting market in 2022
The integration of emergency and security lighting systems grew by 15% in commercial facilities during 2022, ensuring safety compliance
The use of wireless mesh networks for lighting control systems is expected to grow at a CAGR of 22% from 2023 to 2028
The annual growth rate of OLED lighting installations in residential spaces is approximately 12%, according to recent reports
The global lighting automation market is projected to reach $9 billion by 2026, driven by smart home integration
The retail sector's use of LED display lighting increased by 20% in 2022 to improve visual merchandising
The adoption of circadian lighting solutions in healthcare and workplaces grew by 25% in 2022, supporting health and wellbeing
The plastic component segment of the lighting industry is projected to see a 4% annual growth rate through 2030 due to increased demand for lightweight fixtures
The market for vintage and retro lighting fixtures is expected to grow at a CAGR of 3.8% from 2023 to 2028, driven by aesthetic preferences
The global LED grow light market for horticulture is projected to reach $1.8 billion by 2028, growing at a CAGR of 14%
The LED sports lighting segment is expected to grow at a CAGR of 9.3% from 2023 to 2028, due to demand for high-quality stadium illumination
The adoption of energy-efficient lighting controls in residential buildings increased by 22% during 2022, driven by rising energy costs
The number of initial public offerings (IPOs) by lighting companies increased by 15% in 2022, signifying strong investor interest
The global battery-powered portable lighting market is projected to grow at a CAGR of 10.5% through 2028, driven by outdoor and emergency applications
In 2022, the number of smart street lighting installations worldwide surpassed 50 million units, aiding smart city infrastructures
The global ultraviolet lighting market, including UV-C, UV-A, and UV-B, is projected to reach $4 billion by 2027, growing at a CAGR of 7%
The adoption of wireless lighting controls in commercial spaces increased by 32% in 2022, facilitating easier management and integration

Market Segments and Applications Interpretation

With LED lighting reigning over 70% of the global market, smart IoT-enabled systems expanding at a double-digit CAGR, and innovations like Li-Fi set to grow at 70%, the lighting industry is clearly not just brightening our spaces but illuminating a future where connectivity, efficiency, and design converge at an unprecedented pace.

Technologies and Innovation

The average lifespan of LED bulbs is approximately 25,000 hours
The patent filings related to LED technology increased by 20% annually between 2017 and 2022
The average cost of LED lighting fixtures has decreased by 40% over the past five years
The use of human-centric dynamic lighting in healthcare facilities improves patient recovery times by approximately 15%
The industry's investment in LED research and development increased by 12% annually from 2018 to 2022, indicating ongoing innovation
The use of 3D printing for custom lighting fixture prototypes increased by 25% from 2020 to 2023, reducing manufacturing lead times

Technologies and Innovation Interpretation

As LED technology's lifespan and cost-effectiveness surge alongside a 20% annual uptick in patent filings and a 25% rise in 3D-printed prototypes, the industry is clearly lighting the way to innovative, human-centric illumination that enhances recovery and fuels persistent research-driven brilliance.