The Advantages and Disadvantages of Building Taller Buildings

The Real Engineering video "Why Build Higher?" explains the advantages and disadvantages of building taller buildings. The video argues that financial and technical challenges of building super tall buildings like the Burj Khalifa and Taipei 101 are offset by more efficient use of water, energy, and other social and environmental impacts.

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