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Tower of tomorrow
The building of the future will not just sit on a lot – it will breath, sleep, and wake up in the morning. And it will be beautiful. |
Heating and cooling
They account for almost 30 percent of a building's energy use. By transferring heat between the building and the earth using a system that circulates heat-absorbing liquid through underground wells, a building can reduce energy usage. A combined heat-and-power plant, fueled by natural gas, operates at up to 90 percent efficiency and supplies the power that the solar panels cannot.
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Architect William McDonough talks about what drives his artful eye, in this online video. ( more) 
On a recent prowl through Tokyo's electronic alleyways, our tech guru was drawn to six stylish products. None is available in the U.S., but that may just be a matter of time. ( more)
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