Energy Efficient Mortgages have picked up some momentum -- after
languishing for many years. One reason for this momentum is an
organization called RESNET. They have a great web site and an electronic
newsletter. Check it out at:
Bruce S
>>What is missing is the financial side. I am not a money man whereas
>>my friend is. He wants to know how integrating these concerns and
>>issues into his projects will benefit him financially. Basically
>>this means doing something like cost-benefit analysis (which I am
>>not comfortable with) on the following types of things:
>>1. dollar returns on using energy efficient materials and techniques
>>2. how to market this kind of development in a "normal" suburb and in an
>>urban setting
>>3. what margins could be charged to buyers to get an eco friendly and
>>healthy house
>>4. what savings can be had in the building process
>>5. other advantages of this type of building (lower water charges, etc.)
>>6. Proven projects where this has helped sell units
>>
>>Its really the hard money analysis that I am lacking and that is what
>>will win the day in this discussion. Can you point me towards
>>articles, studies, journals, documents, etc. which take this approach
>>to convncing developers and builders to move towards green
>>development and design? It would be much appreciated. Thanks, Vince
>>
>>
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>>Vincent Verlaan, M.A.
>>c/o Populi Policy Projects
>>8132 Riel Place
>>Vancouver, BC, Canada V5S 4B3
>>Tel: 1 604 438 7008 or 432 7002
>>Fax: 1 604 438 7009
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