water harvesting
Jun 1 2009, Anupam

Eco Factor: Sustainable skyscraper for Mexico generates solar electricity.

Designed to bring Mexico on the green map of the world, Jorge Hernandez de la Garza Architects have designed a skyscraper that will not only be off-grid, but will also grow.

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