Government spending cuts must be catalyst for green technologies, says GE lighting chief

Jessica Shankleman
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New research shows majority of local authorities are starting to embrace smart technologies but their efforts could be derailed by lack of funds

Local authorities facing deep spending cuts over the course of this parliament should embrace smart building technologies, such as LED lighting, if they are to reduce budgets while increasing productivity....

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