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light as…concrete? Invented decades ago in Sweden but little used here, autoclaved aerated concrete (AEC) offers excellent insulation properties and strength but weighs only one-quarter as much as conventional concrete.

Real World: planet Earth The network that brought us Kelly Osbourne and Ashlee Simpson has turned its clout toward fighting global warming. In MTV’s break the Addiction challenge, schools compete for prizes by completing earth-friendly “ assignments.” To date, more than 300 colleges are participating.