How smart lampposts 'could save EU €2.1bn a year'

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Analysis by Sharing Cities programme estimates huge cost savings and green benefits from switching to smart lampposts

Replacing Europe's ageing streetlight network with more energy efficient lampposts could save EU taxpayers up to €2.1bn each year in bills and maintenance costs, according to analysis by clean tech collaboration...

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