# Mainstreaming Eco-Lights IKEA Home Furnishing Stores Retail Solar Lighting By Katie Cordrey | Published 2010-01-29 | Eco Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ikea-solar-lighting References: [solarpowerbeginner](http://www.solarpowerbeginner.com/solar-powered-lights.html) & [ikea](http://www.ikea.com/us/en/search/?query=solar+lights) One of the most popular and innovative modern furniture retailers, [IKEA](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/decoration-light), will be selling more [solar lighting](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-sula) through their stores. The new line of lighting includes both practical and decorative offerings. All designs feature energy-efficient LED bulbs. The earth-friendly solar lights add some funky fun to home décor, encouraging many who would not venture into solar-powered lighting on their own, to give it a try. **Implications** - Prices start as low as ten bucks and range up to around $40. Whatever size of lighting you need, IKEA definitely has it. The lighting looks great in the home or even outdoors on the patio. Whether you like wild color, or keeping it simple, these eco-friendly lamps are meant to fit your budget and style. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.0/10 - Popularity: 31% | Activity: 22% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Eco](https://www.trendhunter.com/eco) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Eco-friendly Lighting:** The popularity of eco-friendly lighting is increasing, presenting opportunities for businesses to offer energy-efficient lighting solutions. - **Solar-powered Lighting:** Solar-powered lighting is gaining mainstream acceptance, opening avenues for businesses to develop innovative solar lighting products. - **Affordable LED Lighting:** The demand for affordable LED lighting is rising, creating opportunities for businesses to provide budget-friendly LED lighting options. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Home Furnishing:** The home furnishing industry can capitalize on the growing interest in eco-friendly lighting by incorporating solar-powered and LED lighting options into their products. - **Renewable Energy:** The renewable energy industry can leverage the increasing demand for solar-powered lighting by developing advanced solar lighting technologies. - **Lighting Retail:** The lighting retail industry can tap into the rising market for affordable LED lighting by offering a diverse range of cost-effective LED light products. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Accessible Accent Lanterns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/decoration-light.md) - [Smart Ambient Lighting](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ikea-varmblixt-smart-lights.md) - [Ambient Exterior Lamp Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ikea-solvinden-floor-lamp.md) - [Wireless Solar-Powered Lights](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/solarpowered-lights.md) - [Smart Lighting Ecosystems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kajplats.md) - [Low-Cost In-Cabinet Illuminators](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ikea-gmpyssling-led-light.md) - [Sustainable Solar Portable Lights](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/iggy-lamp.md) - [Decor-Themed Home Electronics](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ikea-x-teklan.md) - [Solar-Powered Bike Deliveries](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sunrider-1.md)