As we close out another bright year, now's the right time to revisit the topics that sparked the most conversations around LED lighting. Inside the US LED blog, we focused on helping you improve efficiency, ensure compliance, and reduce energy costs. However, a few stood out from the rest and really caught your attention more than others.
This roundup spotlights the most popular stories of 2025 among property owners, facility managers, contractors, and sign companies. Check out this year's list and see which lighting moves you might consider heading into 2026.
Are you staying ahead of the fluorescent bans? In addition to the existing state restrictions, three more states will implement bans starting January 1, 2026. This clean lighting legislation is expected to help organizations save over $2 billion in utility costs in the coming decades and reduce their exposure to toxic substances such as mercury. With numerous restrictions already in place and more states introducing new bills, now is the ideal time to transition to LED lighting and ensure compliance.
Canada is taking further action with clean lighting legislation to phase out fluorescent lamps that contain mercury and other toxins by the end of the decade. Starting January 1, 2026, the policy will be implemented through Environment and Climate Change Canada.
The action is intended to reinforce Canada's commitment to the Minamata Convention on Mercury and to support enhanced environmental protection. Similar to the United States, it's meant to address the serious health risks associated with mercury exposure.
Supporting sustainability and reducing long-term costs through LED lighting can give any business a significant advantage. However, understanding how much you will save and when the project will pay for itself begins with a clear return-on-investment (ROI) analysis. In this blog post, we share a straightforward, practical method for calculating ROI to help you feel more confident as you consider a lighting upgrade.
From kindergarten through high school, schools work hard to give students every advantage they need to succeed in education. Essential resources like computers and study materials play a vital role, but lighting is a key part of the learning environment and can often be overlooked. LED lighting goes far beyond energy savings to support focus, improve visual comfort, and create a learning environment set up for success. See how LED lighting helps students enjoy brighter, more productive classrooms that support long-term growth.
For years, the natural night sky has been obscured by the harsh glare of outdated commercial lighting, residential fixtures, billboards, and other sources that push wasted light upward. This excess glow contributes to the growing problem of light pollution, a significant concern for many communities. As regulations become stricter, more self-storage operators planning lighting upgrades are turning to LED solutions that improve visibility, reduce light pollution, and comply with strict local and state requirements.
As we approach 2026, staying up to date with the latest LED lighting trends will help you make better decisions for your facilities. So much happens in a year, and there are growing opportunities to improve efficiency, lower costs, and create better spaces. Are you looking to upgrade one site or an entire portfolio in 2026? US LED can guide you through every step with full-service support. Reach out to share your goals for the year ahead, and we'll work with you to create a brighter path forward.