1. The Edge, Amsterdam - This mixed-use building is considered the most sustainable office building in the world. It makes use of innovative technologies such as solar panels, rainwater harvesting, and energy-efficient lighting to reduce its carbon footprint.
2. Pixel Building, Melbourne - The Pixel Building is a mixed-use office and retail space that is designed to generate more energy than it uses. It makes use of solar panels, wind turbines, and a rainwater harvesting system to meet its energy needs.
3. Green Lighthouse, Copenhagen - The Green Lighthouse is a mixed-use building that serves as a research facility and an exhibit for sustainable design. The building uses a combination of solar panels, geothermal heating, and natural ventilation to minimize its energy consumption.
4. The Change Initiative, Dubai - The Change Initiative is a mixed-use building that houses a sustainable marketplace and corporate offices. It uses advanced technologies such as a smart building management system, solar panels, and water-efficient fixtures to reduce its environmental impact.
5. International Towers, Sydney - The International Towers complex is a mixed-use development that incorporates sustainable design principles such as water-efficient landscaping, natural ventilation, and energy-efficient lighting. It also has a green roof that helps to reduce the building's heat island effect.
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