Amsterdam approves solar panels on historic houses to meet sustainability goals, facing heritage concerns.

Amsterdam's city council has approved the installation of visible solar panels on historic canal houses starting in 2025, despite heritage groups' concerns that they will be unsightly. The decision aims to reduce energy consumption and CO2 emissions, with the Dutch government targeting a 55% reduction by 2030. The move is part of broader efforts to make historic buildings more sustainable without compromising their aesthetics.

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