Buildings hold key to rapid carbon reduction

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North American study argues improvements to existing and new buildings represent quickest way of deliver deep cuts in emissions

Creating more environmentally friendly buildings represents the most effective way to cut North America's greenhouse gas emissions, according to a new report from Canada's Commission for Environmental...

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