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Lights moved from the Borne: Palma shifts the Christmas switch-on — a good idea, but at what cost?

Energy Use and Sustainability in Palma’s Christmas Lights

Palma uses LEDs for Christmas lighting, but the wider light show still raises energy and sustainability questions.

Published: April 22, 2026
Lights moved from the Borne: Palma shifts the Christmas switch-on — a good idea, but at what cost?

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Are Palma’s Christmas lights energy efficient?

The city is using LED lighting, which is more efficient than older decorative lamps. Even so, the installations and projections still consume power, and there are questions about whether the city will publish a clear energy balance or take steps to offset emissions.

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