Uploaded on 2015-06-01 by ShapoMelon

[1]: https://edxuploads.s3.amazonaws.com/14331636071077156.jpg A large area of Toulouse was recently renovated by the local city council and the building work caused a great deal of argument between councillors and citizens. Most of the granite used for the pedestrian areas was sourced from China and Angola, despite there being granite quarries 1 hour to the East of Toulouse. While the architect concerned did not perhaps choose the most sustainable solution, sourcing the materials from abroad gave him greater choice and of course the cost was also a major factor. Note: Photo sourced from internet.