‘Vertical forest’ Skyscrapers Coming To Milan

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In Milan, a new kind of skyscraper is under construction. Once complete later this year, the two-building project will be covered in greenery, an effect that gives the buildings their name: Bosco Verticale, or Vertical Forest.

But the trees and bushes and plants aren’t just for show. The designers explain that they will also help to filter out air pollution, a major problem in big cities like Milan.

Read more and see the environment benefit of the building at http://travel.yahoo.com/blogs/compass/vertical-forest-skyscrapers-coming-milan-212117629.html