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Shanghai's eco-city expected to emit no carbon

SHANGHAI: Dongtan, the world's first eco-city, will not emit any carbon dioxide, according to a press release from the 19th International Business Leaders' Advisory Council. All large facilities will be built in the island's center, and ... ...full story at People's Daily

from People's Daily on Tue, Oct 30 2007

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