Market Forecast by Countries (United States (US), Canada, Rest of North America), By Sources (High-Intensity Discharge Lamps (HID), Linear Fluorescent Lamps (LFL), Light Emitting Diodes (LED)), By Applications (Commercial, Residential, Government) And Competitive Landscape
Product Code: ETC13196148 | Publication Date: Apr 2025 | Updated Date: Jul 2025 | Product Type: Market Research Report | |
Publisher: 6Wresearch | No. of Pages: 150 | No. of Figures: 55 | No. of Tables: 32 | |
According to 6W research internal database and industry insights, the North America Energy Saving & Fluorescent Market is projected to grow at a CAGR of 4.2% from 2025-2031. The North America Energy Saving & Fluorescent Market was valued at USD 3.4 billion in 2024 and is expected to reach USD 4.6 billion by 2031.
Report Name | North America Energy Saving & Fluorescent Market |
Forecast Period | 2025 - 2031 |
CAGR | 4.2% |
Market Size | USD 4.6 billion by 2031 |
Growing Sector | Energy-Efficient Lighting and Building Technologies |
The North America Energy Saving & Fluorescent Market report thoroughly covers the market by Countries, by Sources and by Applications. The market report provides an unbiased and detailed analysis of the ongoing market trends, opportunities/high growth areas, and market drivers which would help the stakeholders to devise and align their market strategies according to the current and future market dynamics.
The North America Energy Saving & Fluorescent Market is witnessing consistent growth as more sectors seek energy-efficient lighting solutions across homes, businesses, and industrial settings. Despite the growing popularity of LED lighting, fluorescents remain relevant due to their low cost and established use. Compact fluorescent lamps (CFLs), a key form of energy-saving fluorescent lamps (ESFLs), provide a practical blend of cost-effectiveness and performance. The market is further supported by infrastructure modernization, retrofitting efforts, and heightened environmental awareness especially in areas where full LED transition remains financially challenging.
North America Energy Saving & Fluorescent Market is expected to grow at a significant CAGR of 4.2% during the forecast period 2025-2031. Key drivers include government mandates promoting energy-efficient lighting, increased consumer awareness of electricity cost savings, and utility rebate programs across the U.S. and Canada. Many businesses and institutions are opting for fluorescent retrofits as transitional solutions before full LED migration. Additionally, the relatively low cost and decent efficiency of energy-saving fluorescents make them a preferred option in educational, healthcare, and office buildings where lighting usage is high and continuous. North America Energy Saving & Fluorescent Market Growth is further fueled by these trends, sustaining demand in segments where upfront investment remains a key decision-making factor.
LED lighting’s growing market dominance poses the greatest threat to fluorescent technologies in North America, due to its energy savings, long life, and affordability. The fluorescents market also faces challenges from mercury content regulations and complex recycling processes. These environmental drawbacks, along with a lack of meaningful innovation in fluorescent products, are pushing consumers and industries to move toward more advanced lighting solutions like LEDs. As energy policies increasingly favor sustainable and low-toxicity technologies, fluorescent lighting continues to lose ground in long-term planning strategies.
Retrofitting remains a key strategy in North America Energy Saving & Fluorescent Industry, especially for facilities where upgrading entirely to LEDs is not financially feasible. T5 and T8 fluorescent tubes are increasingly used to replace outdated models due to their improved efficiency. Dual-function fixtures that support both fluorescent and LED lighting are gaining popularity in versatile settings. Additionally, green certification programs like LEED are encouraging the continued use of energy-saving fluorescent options in commercial and public sector buildings.
The North America Energy Saving & Fluorescent Market offers growth opportunities in areas like retrofitting, dual-mode lighting systems, and end-of-life lamp recycling. Innovative startups developing budget-friendly lighting control technologies for fluorescent applications may find competitive advantages. Public institutions remain interested in ESCO-driven upgrades. Moreover, regions with limited financial resources favor cost-efficient lighting, providing a steady customer base. Collaborations with energy utilities on subsidized lighting projects can further improve investment returns.
The North America Energy Saving & Fluorescent Market is dominated by companies like Signify (Philips), GE Lighting, LEDVANCE (Sylvania), Panasonic, Satco, and Feit Electric. Their continued success is supported by broad product ranges and long-standing ties with supply chains and energy efficiency programs.
Governments across North America, specifically the U.S. and Canada, have implemented strict regulations directly targeting the efficiency of lighting and the elimination of hazardous materials. The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) and the Environmental Protection Agency have discontinued older, less efficient fluorescent products and reflected this in the recommendations of its Energy Star program. Canada has provided mercury regulation under CEPA (Canadian Environmental Protection Act), which requires fluorescent products to be disposed and recycled correctly. As a result, these regulations catalyse manufacturers to either innovate or move to safer and more efficient solutions, while allowing consumers to transition in a responsible way.
While adoption rates of LEDs continue to rise, North America Energy Saving & Fluorescent Market is likely to remain viable in some sections of industry, particularly those related to legacy infrastructure, institutional retrofits, and applications with budget constraints. The fluorescent market will be transformed to hybrid lighting systems, intelligent controls, and environmentally enlightened waste disposal. Demand trends will continue to be shaped through cost constraints and policy pressure. In the future, fluorescents will likely steadily decline everywhere else, but they will continue to be a useful, economic lighting option in certain niche applications for the coming years.
The report offers a comprehensive study of the subsequent market segments and their leading categories.
According to Ritika Kalra, Senior Research Analyst, 6Wresearch, The United States (US) dominates the North America Energy Saving & Fluorescent Market due to its large population, advanced infrastructure, and active energy-efficiency policies. Federal and state-level programs like ENERGY STAR and utility-led rebate schemes drive strong adoption of energy-saving lighting. The U.S. also leads in retrofitting commercial and institutional buildings with efficient lighting systems, reinforcing its position as the largest contributor to market revenue in the region.
Among light sources, Light Emitting Diodes (LEDs) currently dominate the market owing to their superior energy efficiency, longer lifespan, and rapidly decreasing costs. While Linear Fluorescent Lamps (LFLs) still hold relevance—particularly in retrofit scenarios—LEDs are fast becoming the standard across all sectors. The shift is further supported by regulatory measures phasing out less efficient lighting options and consumer preference for long-term savings.
The Commercial segment is the leading application area in the North America Energy Saving & Fluorescent Market. Office buildings, retail spaces, educational institutions, and healthcare facilities require consistent and large-scale lighting solutions, making them primary adopters of efficient lighting technologies. The availability of incentives, along with pressure to reduce operational costs and carbon footprints, has made energy-saving lighting particularly attractive in this sector.
The market report provides a detailed analysis of the following market segments:
North America Energy Saving & Fluorescent Market |
1 Executive Summary |
2 Introduction |
2.1 Key Highlights of the Report |
2.2 Report Description |
2.3 Market Scope & Segmentation |
2.4 Research Methodology |
2.5 Assumptions |
3 North America Energy Saving & Fluorescent Market Overview |
3.1 North America Regional Macro Economic Indicators |
3.2 North America Energy Saving & Fluorescent Market Revenues & Volume, 2021 & 2031F |
3.3 North America Energy Saving & Fluorescent Market - Industry Life Cycle |
3.4 North America Energy Saving & Fluorescent Market - Porter's Five Forces |
3.5 North America Energy Saving & Fluorescent Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Countries, 2021 & 2031F |
3.6 North America Energy Saving & Fluorescent Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Sources, 2021 & 2031F |
3.7 North America Energy Saving & Fluorescent Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Applications, 2021 & 2031F |
4 North America Energy Saving & Fluorescent Market Dynamics |
4.1 Impact Analysis |
4.2 Market Drivers |
4.3 Market Restraints |
5 North America Energy Saving & Fluorescent Market Trends |
6 North America Energy Saving & Fluorescent Market, 2021 - 2031 |
6.1 North America Energy Saving & Fluorescent Market, Revenues & Volume, By Sources, 2021 - 2031 |
6.1.1 Overview & Analysis |
6.1.2 North America Energy Saving & Fluorescent Market, Revenues & Volume, By High-Intensity Discharge Lamps (HID), 2021 - 2031 |
6.1.3 North America Energy Saving & Fluorescent Market, Revenues & Volume, By Linear Fluorescent Lamps (LFL), 2021 - 2031 |
6.1.4 North America Energy Saving & Fluorescent Market, Revenues & Volume, By Light Emitting Diodes (LED) , 2021 - 2031 |
6.2 North America Energy Saving & Fluorescent Market, Revenues & Volume, By Applications, 2021 - 2031 |
6.2.1 Overview & Analysis |
6.2.2 North America Energy Saving & Fluorescent Market, Revenues & Volume, By Commercial, 2021 - 2031 |
6.2.3 North America Energy Saving & Fluorescent Market, Revenues & Volume, By Residential, 2021 - 2031 |
6.2.4 North America Energy Saving & Fluorescent Market, Revenues & Volume, By Government, 2021 - 2031 |
7 North America Energy Saving & Fluorescent Market, By Countries, 2021 - 2031 |
7.1 Overview & Analysis |
7.2 North America Energy Saving & Fluorescent Market, Revenues & Volume, By Sources, 2021 - 2031 |
7.2.1 United States (US) Energy Saving & Fluorescent Market, Revenues & Volume, By Sources, 2021 - 2031 |
7.2.2 Canada Energy Saving & Fluorescent Market, Revenues & Volume, By Sources, 2021 - 2031 |
7.2.3 Rest of North America Energy Saving & Fluorescent Market, Revenues & Volume, By Sources, 2021 - 2031 |
7.3 North America Energy Saving & Fluorescent Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Applications, 2021 & 2031F |
7.3.1 United States (US) Energy Saving & Fluorescent Market, Revenues & Volume, By Applications, 2021 - 2031 |
7.3.2 Canada Energy Saving & Fluorescent Market, Revenues & Volume, By Applications, 2021 - 2031 |
7.3.3 Rest of North America Energy Saving & Fluorescent Market, Revenues & Volume, By Applications, 2021 - 2031 |
8 North America Energy Saving & Fluorescent Market Key Performance Indicators |
9 North America Energy Saving & Fluorescent Market - Export/Import By Countries Assessment |
10 North America Energy Saving & Fluorescent Market - Opportunity Assessment |
10.1 North America Energy Saving & Fluorescent Market Opportunity Assessment, By Countries, 2021 & 2031F |
10.2 North America Energy Saving & Fluorescent Market Opportunity Assessment, By Sources, 2021 & 2031F |
10.3 North America Energy Saving & Fluorescent Market Opportunity Assessment, By Applications, 2021 & 2031F |
11 North America Energy Saving & Fluorescent Market - Competitive Landscape |
11.1 North America Energy Saving & Fluorescent Market Revenue Share, By Companies, 2024 |
11.2 North America Energy Saving & Fluorescent Market Competitive Benchmarking, By Operating and Technical Parameters |
12 Top 10 Company Profiles |
13 Recommendations |
14 Disclaimer |