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March 2, 2009 Traditional architecture has been swept away and replaced by skyscrapers in China’s bid to modernize its cities and house its huge population and thriving business interests. Shenzhen in southern China’s Guangdong province has grown from a fishing village in the 1970s to a vibrant economic and financial centre - one of China’s most successful special economic zones. read more »
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Eco Factor: Solar and wind powered habitat made from recycled materials. If anti-pollution measures don’t get the importance they should, then our planet is sure to enter a world where the difference between fish and humans will be minimized. Scientists are of the opinion that global warming has already started, and in the not too distant future, we may witness many species becoming read more »
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Eco Factor: The absorbed salt will help reduce the effect of global warming by reflecting back the sun’s heat more effectively. In what will be surely considered a “not-so-bright” idea, John Latham, a researcher at the National Center for Atmospheric Research in Boulder, considers spraying saltwater into the world’s oceans as the best way to stop rising global temperatures. read more »
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Wind turbines produce less than 1% of all our power, but wind could deliver 50% + of our energy demands. Think of the benefits to our economy, earth's resources, and global warming! Today's huge wind turbines are too pricey, damage a region's environment and wildlife, and work in only 1% of places. Big wind farms are far too costly for most utility companies and developing regions. read more »
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The Green Jet that designer Erik Sifrer has put together is one concept that the fat cats who want to make a green statement will eagerly anticipate. read more »
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The higher up in the air you go, the faster wind travels - so naturally the further from the ground a wind-turbines gets, the more efficient it can b read more »
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Wind turbines at ground level produce at a rate of 20-25%, but when placed at altitudes from 600-1000 feet, energy output can double. Ottawa-based Ma read more »
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From costly installations to strict city ordinances, there’s a number of factors that have limited the growth of wind power in urban environments. No read more »
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