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URBIO, a Romanian company founded in Iași, won the World Smart City Awards 2026 for its smart public lighting project, achieving significant energy savings. The award was presented at the Smart City Expo in Barcelona, where URBIO competed against global companies. The project reduced public lighting energy consumption by 64%, saving local budgets over €570,000 annually and avoiding nearly 2,000 tons of CO₂ emissions. URBIO has invested heavily in R&D and operates two factories in Romania, employing over 250 staff. The company aims to expand its innovative technology across Europe and beyond, showcasing Romania's potential in smart city solutions.