Amsterdam is testing sustainability projects on one major shopping street before rolling out the most effective across all busy avenues. On Utrechtsestraat - also known as "Climate Street" - the city is collaborating with 40 local businesses and other private partners to experiment with energy-efficient street lighting, electric vehicle waste collection and smart meters, among other initiatives. The projects have reduced the street's energy consumption by 10%.

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