Rome’s solar-powered Christmas tree lights spark row over ‘ugly’ panels
by Angela Giuffrida in Rome from Environment | The Guardian on (#66MQV)
Critics accuse authorities of bogus environmentalism' over installation in historic Piazza Venezia
A row has broken out over two ugly" solar panels intended to power the lights on Rome's traditional Christmas tree.
There is always much anticipation in the Italian capital when the fir arrives at the Piazza Venezia in the historic centre - a Unesco world heritage site - with many giving their view on the choice of decoration.
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