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Sustainable development, the world challengeSummary: Having overtaken the U.S. as the world's biggest polluter, China is now responsible for 11 percent of all greenhouse gas production. Can the country reduce its carbon footprint without slowing its unprecedented economic growth? This program shows how that question is playing out in the Chinese construction industry, highlighting the creation and practical application of new homebuilding...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Films Media Group 2010
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Summary: Among the largest, most pristine areas of tropical woodland on the planet, the Congo Basin forests could easily fall prey to shortsighted and exploitative commercial interests. This program looks at sustainable lumber production initiatives taking root in the region, with a focus on cutting-edge forestry management as well as economic growth through increased cooperation between local...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Films Media Group 2010
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Summary: Wastewater pipes that resist mineral buildup, inspired by seashells. The pulling of water from fog, inspired by Namibian beetles. Product packaging that dissolves on cue, inspired by mussels. In this TEDTalk, Janine Benyus provides heartening examples of ways in which nature is already influencing the systems and products we build. A self-proclaimed nature nerd, Benyus' concept of biomimicry...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Films Media Group 2007