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Sustainability and Prosperity in Japan

Sustainability and Prosperity in Japan

03 February 2010

Japan’s ancient culture has long represented a natural, beautiful lifestyle of peace and tranquility; however, the post-World War II technology boom made progression and destruction necessary.  In more recent years, the transition toward the 1600’s Edo Period mindset of natural efficiency is proving more successful than merely primitive.

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International Eco-Friendly Hotels

International Eco-Friendly Hotels

29 January 2010

In Siwa, Egypt, eco-friendly building is taking shape in the form of Adrere Amellal Desert Ecolodge, a hotel designed with the planet’s safety in mind. Living vicariously through the rustic mindset, all-natural materials were utilized to create this sanctuary.

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Sustainability in Ontario

Sustainability in Ontario

26 January 2010

Ontario is leading the way in Canada in encouraging sustainable development. Both the government and private companies have developed initiatives to make the province more eco-friendly.

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Eco-Friendly Glass Benefits Europe’s Shrinking Carbon Footprint

Eco-Friendly Glass Benefits Europe’s Shrinking Carbon Footprint

22 January 2010

As Europe leads the way in environmentally-friendly practices and design, more innovation is providing the United States, among other countries, with better ideas and efficiency. Europe has a variety of companies that sell energy efficient glass for residential use while America maintains merely one.

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Taipei 101: Highest Green Structure in World

Taipei 101: Highest Green Structure in World

15 January 2010

The Taipei 101, located in Taiwan, was recognized as the world’s tallest building until it was outdone by an 800 meter skyscraper in Dubai last week. The 500 meter Taipei may have lost the record for height, but it has come up with a new idea. Although Asia is not necessarily known for its eco-friendly construction, SL+A International Asia Inc., Siemens, and EcoTech International Inc. are all working towards making Taipei 101 the highest green structure in the world.

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Reducing Carbon Emissions In Mexico and Brazil

Reducing Carbon Emissions In Mexico and Brazil

13 January 2010

The World Bank recently issued grants to further green technology and research in Mexico, Brazil, and beyond. The regional project aims to reduce private vehicle use; create incentives for public and nonmotorized transport; improve transport planning; decrease carbon dioxide-equivalent tons emitted by ground transport; and increase the number of cities that are integrating environment and climate change components in their transportation policies.

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