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Though its fortune has come almost exclusively from the sale of fossil fuels, Abu Dhabi has expressed an interest in developing alternatives for the future; a big interest. So big, in fact, that they have begun the construction of an entire new city, from the ground up in the middle of the desert, that will be totally sustainable and 100% carbon neutral. How can an entire city be carbon neutral? By utilizing the most advanced technologies, implemented in clever new ways. Oh, and a nearly unlimited budget is helping out as well.
Green-tech blogger Hank Green takes us on a tour of Mazdar City, Abu Dhabi's green city of the future. From solar and wind power to creative transportation infrastructure design, we will see how inventive applications of technology is making this dream city a reality.
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