The UN can help make the world green
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United Nations may not have had any influence on Bush’s military excesses, but it could finally be an example for the world when it comes to going green. UN Secretary General Ban Kimoon, perhaps eager to make a lasting impression during his first year in office, had previously stated in an address on World Environment Day, “We are already moving towards making our headquarters in New York climate-neutral and environmentally sustainable. The UN’s Capital Master Plan to renovate the 55 year old landmark is a good starting point, and we have already identified ways to reduce our energy use significantly.” In fact, Moon suggested that the UN could look at duplicating the same for its other offices across the globe. Swedish construction company Skanska (SKSBF) has bagged the contract for overseeing the reconstruction of the building, the cost of which is estimated to be over $1 billion.
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Source : IIPM Editorial, 2008
The
United Nations may not have had any influence on Bush’s military excesses, but it could finally be an example for the world when it comes to going green. UN Secretary General Ban Kimoon, perhaps eager to make a lasting impression during his first year in office, had previously stated in an address on World Environment Day, “We are already moving towards making our headquarters in New York climate-neutral and environmentally sustainable. The UN’s Capital Master Plan to renovate the 55 year old landmark is a good starting point, and we have already identified ways to reduce our energy use significantly.” In fact, Moon suggested that the UN could look at duplicating the same for its other offices across the globe. Swedish construction company Skanska (SKSBF) has bagged the contract for overseeing the reconstruction of the building, the cost of which is estimated to be over $1 billion.For Complete IIPM Article, Click on IIPM Article
Source : IIPM Editorial, 2008
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