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Saving the planet the Swedish way

Oct 15, 2009
By Philip Birzulis

STYLISHLY SUSTAINABLE: The Stockholm neighborhood Hammmarby Sjostad is a model of green living.
Whenever you hear a weather report, say thanks to the 18th century Swedish astronomer Anders Celsius for inventing the scale that bears his name. And with such a track record on temperature measurement, it is perhaps fitting that this pioneer’s compatriots are leading the fight against global warming three centuries later. Today’s Swedes seem obsessed with sustainability. For example, Max, a popular local hamburger chain, is entirely powered by wind energy, informs customers about carbon ...

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