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Energy efficiency trends in residential and commercial buildings. In current times of rapid infrastructure growth and looming energy crisis, there is a strong need to address and incorporate good practices for efficient energy and resource use while planning for buildings, be it for residential purpose or for commercial applications. Jun 12, 2009 energy efficient and sustainable buildings 1. Mandatory enforcement of building energy efficiency codes.
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