Green buildings spring up in Asia and Latin America

Will Nichols
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Report finds huge growth in 'eco-friendly' housing and commercial property in emerging markets such as Pakistan, Mexico and Bangladesh

Visitors to Asia and Latin America will already know of the great food, awe-inspiring scenery and cultural diversity the continents boast. But new research suggests these two areas are also increasingly...

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