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The one wrong answer
 Subscriber, Jodi Smits Anderson, is one of my heroes. She is a smart, bold thinker, and she is the Director of Sustainability Programs for the Dormitory Authority, State of New York. Jodi recently spoke at TED-X Albany and I invite you to hear what she had to say about The One Wrong Answer. Thanks, Jodi! |
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Freedom Tower facts
 I've been watching One World Trade Center rise (finally) on my visits to the city and this is one impressive building. I came across this article, which explains some of the green elements of the new tower and wanted to share it with you. I'm impressed. |
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Record highs for energy-efficiency investments
 Thanks to Robert O'Brien for sharing this story that follows the money around the U.S. when it comes to investing in efficiency. Note that most of the investments were driven by utilities following mandates from the government. |
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I wonder what sort of heating the 2% use?
Interesting statistics in this blurb about heating in Pakistan. The 1% was too busy shivering to offer an opinion.
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Military vs. LEED
 Here's a battle shaping up. The Department of Defense is okay with LEED Silver, but won't pay for Gold- or Platinum ratings. This will be fun to watch. I'll keep you posted. |
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First NEST, now this
 NEST, that sexy thermostat that claims to learn your habit came to us from Tony Fadell, the guy who worked on the iPod. He chose to sell it online and through Best Buy. Now we have this smart technology available at Lowes. What role will do-it-yourselfers play in the future of high-tech heating? Love to hear your thoughts. |
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15-story hotel goes up in six days?
 Yep, and in China. Now wait, don't laugh until you watch the time-lapse video in the article, and read about the energy-saving features of this building. Oh, and it can take a big earthquake. I'm impressed! |
