Lyon, the second largest city in France, is putting innovation at the heart of its urban planning. It is trying to become a pioneer of the 'Smart City' concept, which seeks to harness new technologies for the purposes of sustainable living, particularly through the use of energy.

IBTimes UK travelled to Lyon to see how this concept is being put into action through the Confluence project in the old industrial district of the historic city.

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