Signify: Lighting plays a key role in the energy transition

Energy efficiency, digitalisation and new regulations are changing the way we think about lighting. We asked Johanna Strunke, Marketing Director at Signify Sweden, about the industry’s biggest challenges, the role of lighting in the energy transition and what they are looking forward to at Elfack 2027.

The growing role of lighting

Energy efficiency and digitalisation are high on the agenda, driven by both business needs and regulatory requirements. New regulations, such as the Energy Performance of Buildings Directive (EPBD), increasing sustainability reporting requirements and the need to reduce energy costs are prompting organisations to rethink how they use their infrastructure.

“As one of society’s most fundamental infrastructures, lighting has the potential to strengthen both business competitiveness and the wider energy transition,” says Johanna Strunke.

Intelligent lighting creates new value

At Elfack, Signify wants to demonstrate how modern lighting solutions can deliver benefits beyond energy efficiency.

“We want to show how intelligent lighting can create value far beyond illumination.”

Through energy-efficient LED systems and connected controls, modern lighting solutions offer both economic and sustainability benefits. At the same time, solutions that support people’s wellbeing help create healthier environments, making lighting a strategic investment rather than simply an operating cost.

Elfack brings together the entire value chain

“Elfack is the Nordic region’s most important meeting place for the electrical and energy industries. For us, the exhibition is about bringing together the entire value chain around one important question: how can we use lighting to create a more sustainable, energy-efficient and pleasant society?”

Lighting is present in every type of environment, and as expectations continue to rise, dialogue between industry stakeholders becomes increasingly important. This is where Elfack plays a vital role.

Signify is particularly looking forward to discussions about how lighting can contribute to the energy transition in buildings, industry and smart cities, as well as conversations about creating safer, more attractive and healthier environments.

The technology is here – now it’s time to accelerate adoption

When asked which question the entire industry should be discussing at Elfack, the answer is clear:

“How can we accelerate the use of lighting as a tool for the energy transition?”

Lighting is everywhere, and upgrading existing infrastructure is often one of the most cost-effective ways to reduce energy consumption and emissions. Yet significant untapped potential remains.

“The technology is already available. Now it’s about scaling up its adoption,” says Johanna.

Lighting is more than just illumination

For Signify, lighting is an essential part of society’s infrastructure and a key to creating more sustainable, safer and healthier environments.

Meet Signify at Elfack on 11–14 May 2027 at stands F03:31 and F03:28.