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Is Eco-friendly purchase worth the cost?
10 May 07 09:12 PM | Anne Lok | 0 Comments   

A recent 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. Read More...

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Retrofitting an existing home up to green standard can qualify buyers for rebates, breaks on financing, + eco-energy grant
06 May 07 04:12 PM | Anne Lok | 1 Comments   

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 Read More...

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the largest energy efficient light bulb I have seen
06 May 07 04:08 PM | Anne Lok | 0 Comments   

During my recent trip to Hong Kong, I came across this familiar household product as a giant 3D display at the entry/ exit point of the Cross Harbour Tunnel, this format being installed at one of the heaviest traffic location and busiest tunnel in Hong Read More...

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