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Green architecture: References & Edit History

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James Wines, Green Architecture (2000, reissued 2008), ed. by Philip Jodidio.

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Type Description Contributor Date
Article title updated for style. Nov 07, 2026
Add new Web site: The Spruce - 8 Benefits of Green Buildings. Sep 25, 2019
Add new Web site: World Green Building Council - About Green Building. Sep 25, 2019
Add new Web site: John A. Dutton e-Education Institute - Introduction to Sustainable Building Concepts. Sep 25, 2019
Media added. Dec 13, 2018
Added videos. Jan 27, 2016
Add new Web site: Buzzle.com - What is Green Architecture. Jul 12, 2011
New bibliography added. Feb 23, 2009
New article added. Feb 23, 2009
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