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I have little doubt it’s about expectations (modern times: why should I have to wear a sweater in Feb) and quality of craftsmanship. Back in the day: thick walls, mass, heavy loads. Post-war: process efficiency, quick turnaround and profitability trump quality and longevity. For commercial buildings, newer buildings have more glass and modern electrical and communications services, allowing more PCs, server farms, routers, printers, monitors, faxes and technology to run constantly.<BR>
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On 11/19/13 12:50 PM, "Gennaro Brooks-Church - Eco Brooklyn" <<a href="info@ecobrooklyn.com">info@ecobrooklyn.com</a>> wrote:<BR>
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On Tuesday, November 19, 2013, Reuben Deumling <<a href="9watts@gmail.com">9watts@gmail.com</a>> wrote:<BR>
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"older buildings of every stripe, even those dating to the early 1900s, performed better than most structures from recent decades. Green-building experts say it is likely because they have fewer windows and thicker walls, which provide better insulation. "<BR>
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<a href="http://www.nytimes.com/2012/08/03/nyregion/wide-differences-found-in-large-buildings-power-use.html?_r=0">http://www.nytimes.com/2012/08/03/nyregion/wide-differences-found-in-large-buildings-power-use.html?_r=0</a><BR>
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