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Green Economy: The Future Of Urban Planning and Building

Approx. 20 Min. Ea. Audience: College, Adult, A.P. Business, Economics and Career Documentaries Environmental Science

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This series features practical ways the green economy is developing in our cities. Business leaders of our country are recognizing the need to refocus on responsible and sustainable ways to improve our world, all while making a tidy profit. The Green Economy showcases these improvements at work. We present the concept that we are the stewards of our world, necessitating a wise and conscientious caretaking of our environment for future generations. At the same time, we give a sincere nod to the business leaders and models that provide the opportunity to execute these ideas and create new jobs. Entrepreneurs take note! Green Economy: The Future Of Urban Planning and Building includes: New Urbanism This sleepy seaside community is built under the brand of sustainable new urbanism. Not only are the homes and other community buildings built in a very environmentally friendly way, but the design promotes the diminished need to drive by grouping services like grocery, laundry, restaurants and other things in the center promoting biking and walking. We take a few days off to enjoy the experience! Green Building Trends these days are to not build homes and buildings to code but to standards that are much more e

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