What Worldwide Energy does

Worldwide Energy, Inc. is a privately held, Lenexa, Kansas-based energy efficiency solutions company founded in 2006 that delivers turn-key energy projects — principally LED lighting retrofits, automated lighting controls, air stratification, solar/PV installation, compressed natural gas (CNG) fleet conversions, and energy audits — to commercial, industrial, retail, governmental, higher-education, and nonprofit customers. The company operates a four-stage delivery process (facility assessment, custom energy solution design, installation, and recycling of removed materials) and holds Evergy-Authorized Contractor and BESP Trade Ally status as well as a Women-Owned Business Enterprise (WBE) certification, which together position it as a preferred vendor within utility rebate programs in the Midwest.

The product portfolio is anchored by Lighting-as-a-Service (LaaS), a no-upfront-cost subscription model in which Worldwide Energy funds, installs, and maintains LED upgrades and shares ongoing energy savings with clients on a monthly basis. Supporting offerings include the proprietary WE Connect cloud-based Building Energy Management System (launched September 2013 for plug-and-play monitoring of HVAC and energy use in small-to-mid-sized facilities), Encelium networked lighting controls, and a wholesale lighting fixture business that the company states accounts for roughly 20% of revenue. In June 2013 the company extended its service surface into signage and exterior lighting via the formation of Odegard Sign & Lighting, LLC.

Commercially, Worldwide Energy pursues a B2B field-sales motion combining cold calling, ROI-driven proposals, and a high-touch referral channel through existing multi-location customers; it has served more than 200 named organizations spanning Toyota, HCA Midwest, Block Real Estate Services (managing over 22 million square feet), ABF Freight, Signature Flight Support, Tompkins Industries, and others. Diversified revenue streams include one-time project work (lighting retrofits, custom energy solutions, Solar/PV, CNG conversions), recurring subscription revenue (LaaS), wholesale hardware sales, and professional services, with reported customer utility savings exceeding $1 million annually and energy-use reductions of up to 70% across deployed projects.

Name

Worldwide Energy

Legal name

Worldwide Energy, Inc.

Website

https://worldwideenergy.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2006

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Worldwide Energy is a privately held Lenexa, Kansas-based energy efficiency firm founded in 2006 that delivers turn-key LED lighting retrofits, Lighting-as-a-Service subscriptions, energy audits, solar/PV, and signage services to commercial, industrial, and institutional customers across the Midwest.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Commercial Energy Efficiency Services

NAICS

Electric Lighting Equipment Manufacturing (3351), Electric Lamp Bulb and Other Lighting Equipment Manufacturing (335139), Solar Electric Power Generation (221114)

SIC

Auto Controls For Regulating Residential & Comml Environments (3822), Electric Lighting & Wiring Equipment (3640)

akta.pro primary industry

LED Retrofit & Lighting Upgrade Installation (HSAOAFAH)

akta.pro secondary industry

Lamp/Bulb/LED Module Replacement & Upgrades (Retrofits) (HSAIAHAK)

Keywords

• LED lighting retrofits
• Energy efficiency services
• Lighting as a service
• Commercial energy audits
• Building energy management

Headquarters

HQ city

Lenexa

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Supply Chain, Technology or R&D

Revenue model

1. Lighting as a Service (LaaS): Recurring revenue model where clients upgrade lighting with no upfront costs. Worldwide Energy handles installation and shares energy savings with clients monthly.
2. Lighting Retrofits: One-time project-based revenue from custom lighting upgrades including LED, T8, and fluorescent conversions. Includes procurement of utility rebates and tax incentives on behalf of clients.
3. Wholesale Lighting Fixtures: Warehouse and wholesale business for lighting fixtures launched to create recurring revenue stream. Estimated to make up 20% of revenue.
4. Professional Services: Energy audits, facility assessments, and consulting services for energy efficiency planning and implementation.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

Worldwide Energy provides turn-key energy efficiency solutions for commercial facilities, with a primary focus on LED lighting retrofits and automated lighting controls. The flagship Lighting as a Service (LaaS) program delivers upgrades with no upfront cost, no future maintenance cost, and a shared portion of ongoing energy savings. The offering is complemented by energy audits, custom solution design, professional installation, solar/PV systems, natural gas vehicle conversions, and the proprietary WE Connect cloud-based Building Energy Management System, with more than 95% of removed materials recycled.

Product overview

Worldwide Energy is an energy efficiency solutions company offering a comprehensive, turn-key approach to helping businesses reduce energy usage and lower utility costs. The core service portfolio centers on Lighting as a Service (LaaS), a no-upfront-cost financing model that combines LED lighting upgrades with ongoing maintenance and shared energy savings. Supporting the LaaS offering are complementary services including Lighting & Controls (custom retrofits, automated controls, air stratification), Energy Audits, Custom Energy Solutions, Design & Installation, and Recycling Services. The company also offers proprietary and third-party products including WE Connect Building Energy Management System, Encelium Lighting Management Systems, Solar/Photovoltaic Systems, Natural Gas Vehicle Conversions, and Sign services (via the acquired Odegard Sign & Lighting brand). The integrated approach provides single-point responsibility from initial audit through installation and ongoing support, with recycling of old materials included.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Lighting as a Service (LaaS) A subscription financing model in which Worldwide Energy upgrades a client's existing lighting to LED with no upfront cost, no future maintenance cost, and a shared portion of monthly energy savings. The offering bundles complete lighting audits, custom LED retrofits, and ongoing maintenance for commercial facility owners.
• Lighting & Controls Custom lighting retrofit services that replace older lighting systems with LED technology, perform fluorescent upgrades (T12, T8), and install automated lighting controls for interior and exterior commercial facilities. LED conversions can reduce lighting energy use by up to 70%.
• Air Stratification Solutions for warehouses, distribution centers, gymnasiums, and big box stores that gently circulate large volumes of air throughout a building to eliminate hot and cold spots, reduce HVAC workload, and save up to 30 percent on energy consumption.
• WE Connect Building Energy Management System Proprietary cloud-based Building Energy Management System designed for small to mid-sized facilities such as retail stores, restaurants, and bank branches. Features a Plug & Play model with advanced control and predictive diagnostics to reduce energy and maintenance costs by centrally monitoring and controlling HVAC systems and energy usage.
• Encelium Lighting Management Systems Computer network-based lighting control system that interconnects electronic dimming ballasts, photo and occupancy sensors, and lighting fixtures to one central system, enabling individual control, monitoring, and remote scheduling and optimization of lighting levels across a facility.
• Energy Audits Certified energy experts conduct complete facility assessments including energy audits, design and electrical analysis, examination of physical and operating characteristics, and verification of all energy sources through 12 months of utility bills to identify savings opportunities.
• Solar/Photovoltaic Systems Solar panel installation services for commercial facilities including 25 kilowatt solar systems with installation by certified crews. Projects have included 100-panel installations generating approximately 32,730 kWh annually.
• Natural Gas Vehicle Conversions Conversion service for commercial fleets from gasoline and diesel to compressed natural gas (CNG), including conversion service, high-pressure cylinder installation, engine modifications, and fueling infrastructure for commercial fleets.
• Odegard Sign & Lighting Full service sign and exterior lighting service offering interior and exterior on-premise signage including monument signs, channel lettersets, LED digital reader boards, pylon signs, and parking lot lighting installation and maintenance for commercial facilities in the Kansas City area.

Quantifiable outcome

• 20-30% utility bill savings
• +4 more outcomes

Named customers12 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles1 record

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature2 records

Partnerships

Two partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• EvergycoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerAs an Evergy-Authorized Contractor, Worldwide Energy offers trusted, energy-efficient solutions backed by Evergy's certification. This partnership enables the company to deliver solutions within Evergy's service territory.
• Buzz Oates Group of CompaniesminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCommercial property management company that underwent major LED lighting retrofit on 25 million square feet of property. Worldwide Energy partners with similar companies on large-scale efficiency upgrades.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Lime Energy (now Willdan): Lime Energy was a direct competitor in commercial LED retrofits and energy efficiency services before being acquired by Willdan. Same target customer (mid-market commercial/industrial), same LED retrofit + project services model, similar geographic footprint.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/WorldwideEnergy
• YouTubeyoutube.com/user/WorldwideEnergyInc
• Facebookfacebook.com/WorldwideEnergy
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/worldwide-energy

Compliance3 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles2 records

Subsidiaries1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

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