In 10 years, about one million square meters have been builtthrough this program in three distinct areas with very differentclimates: Harbin in the north, Beijing and Shanghai. In the firsttwo cases – cold or cool areas – the buildings producedsavings on heating of at least 50%. In Shanghai, savingson air conditioning reached 65%.
For minimal cost, this program has led to a reduction in CO2emissions of 50,000 tons a year, while providing residentsof new housing with a more comfortable life. It has alsoenabled the Chinese to acquire vital expertise in energyefficiency.