ecoproperties: Is Eco-friendly purchase worth the cost? PART 1 - 05/10/07 09:09 PM
I recently did a survey among 14 prospects who are first time buyers. Other than price, location, amenities, convenience, security, layout, they were ask to rate the importance of the following eco-friendly features if they were to be taken into consideration. Rated from 1 out of 5 points for each question (with 5 being the most important in what they want to get most out of a green home)
[4]      State of Art Technology: leading edge energy and mechanical systems technology, rain water collector, solar water heating
[5]      Cost Savings: greater energy efficiency in the long run, lower operation cost
[4]      Sustainable and recycled products and finishes: … (8 comments)

ecoproperties: Retrofitting an existing home up to green standard can qualify buyers for rebates, breaks on financing, + eco-energy grant - 04/27/07 12:49 AM

In Ontario, federal programs and incentives are always being offered to encourage homeowners and buyers of resale homes to carry out eco-retrofit.
Consumers have to make sure they mail in their coupons, and fill out any applications/paperwork to benefit from the savings from these Government incentives.
The information can be overwhelming. I think the Natural Resource Canada and City of Toronto website will be the most helpful link to other cross links.
Rebates on Energy Saving Measures:
Enbridge - $15 rebate on a purchase for  programmable thermostat, $100 rebate for natural gas high efficiency heating system
New Energy Saving Appliances:
1.Energy Star partners offer rebates, sales tax exemptions … (1 comments)

ecoproperties: Ontario Green Mortgage product launch by Citizens Bank of Canada - 04/27/07 12:34 AM
A recent press conference announced the launch of  Citizens Bank of Canada's new Green Mortgage product, partnering with the Conservation Council of Ontario and Green$aver to create a mortgage that combines a competitive lending rate with environmental advantage. The Citizens Bank "Green Mortgage" allows Ontarians to secure a mortgage at competitive rates that goes futher than any other to satisfy their energy conservation needs. For details goto https://www.citizensbank.ca/Personal/GreenMortgage/
Anne Lok
www.urburbia.ca
www.annelok.com
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