Latest outdoor lighting trends to keep an eye on

by Stef Calimlim (Content Editor)

The use of outdoor lights has evolved from simply providing visibility on dark pathways and ensuring safety, to creating an inviting ambiance and aesthetically pleasing outdoor environment that adds great value to any home or commercial space.

The increasing adoption of cost-effective and energy-efficient lighting solutions, rising government campaigns on energy efficiency, adoption of smart and wireless technologies in lighting systems, growing population and infrastructure needs, and higher disposable incomes are spurring the growth of the outdoor lighting market. According to Market Research Future, the global market is expected to reach $25.2 billion in 2027 at a CAGR of 15 percent from 2020. On the other hand, as per P&S Intelligence’s latest data, the US has the largest market share while India is the fastest-growing. China and South Korea are also expected to contribute to the Asia-Pacific region’s share due to numerous smart city projects. Per application, the street light category is anticipated to have the fastest growth.

Consumer preferences are leaning toward energy-saving, environmentally friendly and smart lighting. Solar garden lights, for instance, ensure continuous illumination when there is a power outage. They are also cost-efficient since they run on batteries recharged via solar power and are eco-friendly since they do not emit greenhouse gases. Statement and decorative lights are also gaining popularity among users.

The adoption of smart outdoor lighting is another trend as the world moves toward the intelligent connectivity era. Smart outdoor lights allow users to turn on and off, automate, schedule and control their lighting systems remotely via smartphones or through voice commands.

In terms of types, the LED segment leads the market due to its high efficiency and low power consumption. LED lights typically last for 100,000 hours, making them extremely reliable and efficient.

The products in the gallery below have been selected by our market analyst as representing trends in outdoor lighting in today’s market.

IP67-rated solar LED light

Company: Ryan (Zhuhai) Intelligent Technology Co. Ltd

Ryan’s LCM-6020-B-9 is an IP67-rated solar light that has 5050 LEDs with 260 lm/W luminous efficacy, monocrystalline solar panels, and LiFePO₄ batteries with a two-stage BMS and an MPPT controller. This 20 to 100W unit has a pure-aluminum housing.

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30W LED solar garden light

Company: Esavior Green Energy Co. Ltd

The SGL-3000-0812S from Esavior is a 30W solar garden light with 3,000 to 6,600 lumens brightness, 180 lm/W luminous efficacy, 6,000K color temperature, more than 70 CRI and 120-degree beam angle. It uses 3030 or 2835 LEDs, monocrystalline PV cells with up to 22 percent efficiency, and 12.8V, 18Ah LiFePO₄ batteries with a micro-BMS and an MPPT controller. This IP67-rated unit, with a 100,000-hour life span, is made of aluminum alloy, carbon steel and glass and has a 3 to 5m pole.

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LED parasol light

Company: Homful Group Co. Ltd

This parasol light from Homful, the 60J09A-1465, uses 28 LEDs, emits white and warm-white light, and has three brightness modes and up to 100,000-hour life span. It is made of ABS and has a built-in automatic adjustable clip. Product weight is 160g and size 16x16x2.5cm.

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Swaying solar LED light

Company: Ningbo Easyget Co. Ltd

Ningbo Easyget’s WBL19764 swaying solar LED light has a built-in 600mAh battery with eight- to 12-hour life, and 5V voltage. This IP65-rated unit is made of ABS, PC and copper.

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140 to 150 lm/W LED floodlight

Company: Xiamen Longing for Light Import & Export Co. Ltd

In a powder-coated die-cast aluminum housing, the LFL-YAXW100-U-LS-QW-BR-U-C-10 floodlight from Xiamen Longing has 5050 SMD LEDs, 140 to 150 lm/W luminous efficacy, 80 to 90 percent energy efficiency, and 25, 40, 60 and 65x140-degree beam angles. It is IP66-rated.

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150W outdoor LED light with IP65 rating

Company: Guangzhou HDLITE Photoelectric Technology Co. Ltd

Guangzhou HDLITE offers the HD-IP150 high-power LED outdoor light with 365 to 367.5nm wavelength and 80-degree beam angle. This IP65-rated unit’s input is 90 to 240V, 50/60Hz and power consumption 150W.  PWM rating is 900 to 10,000Hz. Life span is 100,000 hours.

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