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China Takes a New Interest in Energy Efficiency

As the country undergoes a major construction boom, and energy shortages become an increasing problem, the Chinese government is realizing that incorporating energy-efficient designs in their buildings could help. From the New York Times: China’s heightened interest in saving energy — a response to electricity shortages and blackouts this year as well as longer-term security worries about dependen