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Photos: Chicago's supersize green buildings

November 13, 2007 5:00 PM PST

Onsite recycling of fluorescent bulbs, which contain mercury, helped the Merchandise Mart to earn green credentials. A recycling center there also manages paper, glass, and batteries. Building tenants use recycled paper and energy-efficient lighting.

However, many Chicagoans complain about the lack of a reliable citywide recycling program. The vast majority of garbage in Chicago still winds up in landfills.

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