An excerpt from the Winter 2010 Edition of HOUSING FINANCIAL INTERNATIONAL, The Quarterly Journal of the International Union for Housing Finance. IUHF (www.housingfinance.org)
The article reviews a variety of financing options for Eco-housing in India and discusses an innovative mechanism promoting finance for retro-fitting of existing buildings.
Featuring an article by, Dr Mahesh Patankar, Director in Market Innovations at Customized Energy Solutions (CES), has over 15 years experience in environment management and energy efficiency in Asia, Africa and Latin America. He leads energy market development efforts integrated with demand response and smart grids programs. Mahesh is a Chemical Engineer with a Masters in Financial Management and a PhD in Diffusion of Clean Technologies.