LED lighting reduced carbon emissions by 570 million tons in 2017

Compared to traditional incandescent and fluorescent lamps, the efficiency of light-emitting diodes (LEDs) is one of the most popular advantages of this technology. According to the latest survey report from IHS Markit, the use of LEDs for building lighting and outdoor lighting reduced approximately 570 million tons of carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions in 2017.

In 2017, the average power consumption of LEDs was 40% and 80% less than fluorescent lamps and incandescent lamps respectively when producing the same brightness.

Market research firm IHS Markit estimates that the emissions reduction is approximately equivalent to 162 coal-fired power plants, allowing LED component and lighting companies to reduce their global carbon footprint by approximately 1.5% in 2017.