Financing Energy Efficiency
Financing Energy Efficiency

Author: Robert P. Taylor

Publisher: World Bank Publications

Published: 2008-02-08

Total Pages: 306

ISBN-13: 0821373056

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While energy efficiency projects could partly meet new energy demand more cheaply than new supplies, weak economic institutions in developing and transitional economies impede developing and financing energy efficiency retrofits. This book analyzes these difficulties, suggests a 3-part model for projectizing and financing energy efficiency retrofits, and presents thirteen case studies to illustrate the issues and principles involved.

Energy Project Financing
Energy Project Financing

Author: Albert Thumann

Publisher:

Published: 2009

Total Pages: 480

ISBN-13:

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This practical application reference provides a resource for those seeking to utilize the innovative methods now available to finance energy projects. The full scope of current project financing practices are fully examined and assessed, including coverage of energy service performance contracting, rate of return analysis, measurement and verification of energy savings, and more. Readers will receive the facts they need to assess a project's payback in advance, anticipate and avoid potential risks and/or hidden costs, and assure that your energy project is an overall economic success. Other topics covered include financing international projects and ESCO’s (Energy Service Company’s) financing.

Sustainable Low-Carbon City Development in China
Sustainable Low-Carbon City Development in China

Author: Axel Baeumler

Publisher: World Bank Publications

Published: 2012-04-12

Total Pages: 591

ISBN-13: 0821389882

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This book summarizes experiences from the World Bank s activities related to low-carbon urban development in China. It highlights the need for low-carbon city development and presents details on specific sector-level experiences and lessons, a framework for action, and financing opportunities.