More of this story Sep 5, 2009
Kauaibrad wrote on Sep 4, 2009 11:02 AM:" Yeah, $15,000 to $30,000 is too high for that type of technology and size of SWECS. Should be more like $10,000 max and still have a margin for the contractor. At $20,000 the payback period on that would be close to the 20 year life of the device. Does not make a whole lotta sense for the prospective buyer. Would make sense, though, at $10,000 or less. ". seckauai wrote on Sep 4, 2009 11:34 AM:" I know $30,000 seems like a lot. To clarify, the figures in... (Lihue Garden Island, HA)
Vista Announces Paredones Amarillos Gold Project Feasibility Study Update Results and Provides Project Update Sep 3, 2009
8 million ------------------------------------------------------------------------- $per ounce gold produced $165 $155 ------------------------------------------------------------------------- Cash Operating Costs ($per ounce gold produced) ------------------------------------------------------------------------- Life-of-Mine Average $419 $406 ------------------------------------------------------------------------- Average for First Five Years $380 $372... (PR Newswire)
The greening of a giant Sep 2, 2009
Instead, the green renovation team, which included representatives from former President Bill Clinton's Climate Initiative, chose technology with an average payback period of about three years. They all demonstrate that for a positive net present value and positive cash flow you can be smart about the way you design the systems and the infrastructure. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Business)
Zero-Emission Cars: A Battle Among Technologies Sep 2, 2009
"The market-share winner will be the one that offers affordable, mass-market, zero-emission vehicles with a zero payback period for premium technologies," says Mark Perry, director of the product planning and strategy group for Nissan North America. The automaker's first electric, the Nissan Leaf, was launched last month and is touted as the world's first affordable ZE. No price has been announced (the Leaf is still 14 months away from being available), but it's estimated to come in under... (Time.com)
Book compares costs of fuels Aug 23, 2009
The publication also explains how to calculate the payback period for money spent on a new wood stove or insert. Cost is not the only consideration, however, when deciding to switch to firewood or wood pellets. (Albany Democrat-Herald, OR)
New credit card rules set to go into effect Aug 16, 2009
Card companies could, however, limit the payback period to five years and double the required minimum monthly payment. Another option would be to transfer the balance to a lower rate card. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Plenty of opportunities to save on energy costs Aug 14, 2009
The result for many homeowners is that the payback period, the amount of time it takes to recoup the investment in home improvements related to long-term energy savings, can be shortened considerably. Many of the incentives from the newly enacted legislation are in the form of tax credits based on the investment you make in energy-saving home improvements. (Bolton Common, MA)
A strategic road-map for Indian companies entering China Aug 7, 2009
Leveraging China for the companys global operations can dramatically increase the returns from and reduce the payback period for its investments in China. Multiple dimensions, not just one. (India Times)
Carbon for Clunkers Aug 5, 2009
How long it takes to accomplish that will vary, of course, depending on the difference in fuel economy between your old car and your new onethe bigger the improvement, the shorter the payback period. In fact, the cash-for-clunkers program offers significant subsidies even when the trade-in returns only a very modest increase in gas mileage. (Slate)
Green Buildings: Saving Energy and Water Aug 5, 2009
If so, how much more and what are the long term cost savings and payback periods ... e. the "payback period"), it is necessary to estimate the cost of electricity and water for future years ... Naturally, since the initial costs are fixed, the payback period will be affected by the estimated future cost of electricity and water. (Energy Pulse, CO)
One2Flush Water-Saving Toilet Conversion Kits Now Available in Texas and South-Central Region Aug 5, 2009
Not only is the payback period attractive (often only a few months), but in drought-stricken regions like Texas, you can be part of the answer, not part of the problem. "At less than $30, it is a serious consideration for almost any home or business," notes company President, Patrick Hanna. (Primezone Releases)
Direct Energy Assists Customers Through High-Consumption Summer Months Jul 30, 2009
In Houston, a flat-price whole home energy audit provides the resident with a view similar to a "miles-per-gallon" score of their home's performance when it comes to energy efficiency and usage, along with a detailed report with recommended changes, and their payback period. The audits are performed by HERS-certified auditors, who are trained to make the assessments and provide a comparison to current building standards, as well as EnergyStar-rated homes. (PR Newswire)
Grant aims to help small businesses Jul 30, 2009
"The energy audit ... is a review of their business to identify areas they can save money and to calculate the payback period, the return on investments for installing each one of those retrofits," Hutchins said. Hutchins said the grant funds would not be used to help businesses purchase new, energy-efficient products, but the results of the energy audits it will fund can be used to apply for further grants that will help install such products. (Brookhaven Daily Leader, MS)
Kenya: Cheap Internet Far From Reality Despite Seacom Roll-Out Jul 30, 2009
"A number of issues will determine pricing. First, a lot of money has been invested in these cables. For instance, Safaricom has put in upwards of $25 million in the TEAMs cable and an equally substantial amount in buying capacity on Seacom. Maintenance will also require further cash outlays. This money will have to be recovered first before material price reductions can be passed on to the consumer. It makes business sense and we owe that to our shareholders and financiers. Other than these ,... (allAfrica.com)
City slows talk of bond issue, selects financial advisor Jul 24, 2009
Much of the discussion focused on numbers the amount the city could issue in bonds, its payback period, possible city property tax rate increases, and project costs ... Depending on the amount of bonds issued and the payback period, residents could see a tax rate increase of 5. (Sealy News, TX)
Debt Consolidation Loans Help Ease Pressure On Consumers Jul 18, 2009
By choosing a loan with a longer payback period, for example, the monthly payments are spread over more months and years. The net effect is that the amount of each individual monthly installment payment is lowered. (Yahoo News -- Press Releases)
Dye-Sensitized Solar Power Jul 18, 2009
Historically, solar energy has been feasible for selected applications because of its relatively low payback period ... For example, solar pool heating systems generally have a short payback period, which means that they are a logical financial choice for those looking to use the sun s energy. (Suite101.com)
Walmart Announces USA National Pavilion Partnership at Shanghai World Expo 2010 Jul 16, 2009
85 percent water saving with a payback period of 2. 56 years using a 2005 baseline. (PR Newswire)
Perilya reclaims Broken Hill silver Jul 16, 2009
At current high spot prices, the payback period for the contract termination costs - which were largely funded by a $US50 million ($A62. 7 million) unsecured credit facility provided by the Bank of China - was less than four years, Perilya said. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Business)
Study pinpoints UK wind hotspots Jul 9, 2009
Payback period: less than 10 yrs ... " Highs and lowsIn the 57-site field study, the remote island of North Ronaldsay in the Orkneys generated the most electricity over the course of a year. WORST PERFORMING SITE Location: Dagenham, Essex Turbine: 1kW building-mounted Profile: Urban, heavily developed Average wind speed: 2.37m/s Annual generation: 0kWh Payback period: never (Source: Energy Saving Trust) The site's 6kW pole-mounted turbine generated almost 22,000 kilowatt hours (kWh), which... (BBC News -- Science)
SJBP Council OKs plan to help Duck's Ice Jul 8, 2009
He said the agreement calls for a five-year payback period, but no terms were available yet. Comments. (L Observateur, LA)
New department to replace Foreign Investment Committee Jul 1, 2009
Not to belabour a point but the banks making loans to bumiputra investors to buy shares and then wanting a quick payback period was one of the reasons for this, he said, adding that the policy now was to be market friendly. The main reason for the 30% bumiputra equity quota was that in 1971, only 2. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Business)
Buy new? Pickup owners say no. Jul 1, 2009
"The fact is that the payback period for [fuel-efficient trucks] gets reasonable at $5 a gallon, but at $2 a gallon, you could be looking at a 10-year payback.". Given such estimates, there's already skepticism about the new fuel-economy standards holding up. (Christian Science Monitor)
Forsley honored for 'green' approach at Eliot conference center Jun 25, 2009
Godbout said he anticipates the payback period on these efficiency measures to be about four years. State Rep. (Seacoast New Hampshire)
Khazanah in joint venture with Boustead to set up theme park Jun 24, 2009
We expect the payback period for our investment in KidZania to be less than five years, Khazanah managing director Tan Sri Azman Mokhtar said after the KidZania Kuala Lumpur licensing agreement signing ceremony yesterday. KidZania is a family entertainment centre where children play adult roles in a child-sized replica of actual city with streets, buildings, shops and vehicles moving along the streets. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Business)
HUDCO to cut lending rate Jun 23, 2009
For home loans with payback period beyond five years, the interest rate was cut by 100 basis points to 10. 75 per cent from 11. (India Times)
Thermostat controls help Arby's cut costs Jun 22, 2009
Advanced Telemetry offers residential control systems similar to those being used by Arby's, although the company says the payback period is longer. "I'm considering putting one in my house," Johnson said. (AZCentral -- Business)
Colman homeowner to receive Heartland energy makeover Jun 16, 2009
"We'll be able to show the payback period of efficiency improvements and demonstrate that the upfront costs are worth the long-term benefit," she said. The home will be audited for energy efficiency and all necessary upgrades will be done to increase efficiency and showcase the savings that can be realized by making those changes. (Madison Daily Leader, SD)
Invest in workers, expertise to keep ready for rebound May 25, 2009
The systems are attractive because they offer cost savings opportunities for clients, but a challenge is making sure the payback period in recouping energy savings is not too far in advance, he said. Some of the company s local energy-efficient projects have included lighting projects at and in Wauwatosa. (Milwaukee Business Journal, WI)
Ceramic Fuel plans 2010 generator sales May 24, 2009
Mr Dow said each unit will cost about $8,000 with an eight-year payback period based on the annual savings of over $1,000 households can make in electricity bills and the electricity they can resell to the grid. The BlueGen would generate about 17,000 kilowatts, or twice the average annual household electricity requirement. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Business)
Easy bets with other people's money May 23, 2009
When you give someone US$1 billion as an interest-free loan, with an uncertain payback period and no interest costs, do you think they will: a. Settle all their outstanding debts and start earning money to repay this new facility. b. Invest in some safe securities to eke out a secure return. (Asia Times Online)
Singletary: Pay student loans now if you can May 19, 2009
I ve met an incredible number of people too many who really could have paid their student loans under the standard payback period but because they didn t want to live frugally, saw their loan balances jump significantly over the years. If you truly can t afford to fully pay what you owe, take advantage of the extra breathing room. (Green Valley News & Sun, AZ)
Dundee Precious Metals Reports First Quarter 2009 Results May 13, 2009
- Results of the update to the 2005 definitive feasibility study on the Chelopech Expansion Project confirmed the commercial viability of the project and indicated an internal rate of return of over 27%, future capital costs of US$216 million and a payback period of approximately three years. - Certain permits required to advance the construction of the mine and mill expansion, including the semi-autogenous grinding mill and concentrator expansion, have been received and work is progressing. (CCNMatthews Press Releases)
Administration Addresses Ethanol, Climate May 7, 2009
The scenario Jackson cited assumes future environmental benefits over a period of 100 years will more than pay back the initial increase in greenhouse gases from land-use changes; the second assumes a shorter payback period of 30 years. Frank O'Donnell, president of the advocacy group Clean Air Watch, said the Obama administration was "walking a tightrope" to try to reconcile the expansion of corn ethanol with its determination to aggressively address climate change. (Click2Houston, TX)
Obama announces ethanol balancing act May 6, 2009
The scenario Jackson cited assumes future environmental benefits over a period of 100 years will more than pay back the initial increase in greenhouse gases from land use changes; the second assumes a shorter payback period of 30 years. Frank O'Donnell, president of Clean Air Watch, an advocacy group, said the Obama administration was "walking a tightrope" to try to reconcile the expansion of corn ethanol with its determination to address climate change aggressively. (MSNBC -- Environment)
Obama Touts "Clean Energy Economy" May 6, 2009
the second assumes a shorter payback period of 30 years. Frank O'Donnell, president of Clean Air Watch, an advocacy group, said the Obama administration was "walking a tightrope" to try to reconcile the expansion of corn ethanol with its determination to address climate change aggressively. (CBS News)
Small turbines to power individual homes gain attention May 3, 2009
"However, the payback period is typically not attractive to most homeowners," he said. "I'm finding it's typically beyond 10 years. Only those homeowners that really want to do something about their environmental impact or those homeowners that think electricity prices are going to skyrocket in the future and if they have enough money will go that way.". (Waterloo Courier, IO)
Bright Future With Solar Lanterns For India's Poor Apr 29, 2009
13, 2009) An analysis of the engineering and economics for a solar water-heating system shows it to have a payback period of just two years. Researchers report on the success of the 1000-liter system operating. (Science Daily)
LANDLORDS WILL NEED MORE GREEN Apr 28, 2009
After an audit is conducted, the building owner would be required to install all of the technological bells and whistles "in the optimum bundle" that have a payback period of no more than five years. The city is creating a pilot program using federal stimulus money to help some owners conduct and implement the retrofit work, but the bill also allows those that cannot obtain financing for the work to obtain a year-by-year deferral. (New York Post -- Business)
Webasto Converges on Capitol Hill to Showcase Environmental Innovation That Reduces Fuel Consumption, Greenhouse Gas Apr 28, 2009
When compared to other green technologies, Webasto's technologies make the largest reduction of carbon footprint per dollar spent while maintaining a payback period (return on investment) of between four and 12 months. Webasto representatives will be on Capitol Hill next week meeting with members of Congress and their staff to discuss how well this technology fits into energy legislation now being crafted in the House and the Senate. (PR Newswire)
Frost & Sullivan: Australian Building Management Control System Suppliers - Challenges and Opportunities in an Economic Downturn Apr 15, 2009
Industry Analyst, Industrial Practice of Frost & Sullivan, Sarah Wang, observes, "Interest in energy savings has percolated down from government agencies to the business sector. Customers are displaying a reluctance to invest in any control system upgrade that entails a payback period longer than three to five years.". This briefing will benefit building control system suppliers, system integrators, and facility managers as this briefing will discuss the major obstacles, opportunities and the... (PR Newswire)
Ener-G-Rotors receives major order Apr 11, 2009
The decision to purchase a larger unit was simple, particularly given the short payback period, Bechtold said. Newell would not disclose the cost of the energy units, but said they pay for themselves in two years. (Albany Business Review, NY)
Framingham, Marlborough and Waltham to get federal energy money Apr 6, 2009
"Anything that saves the energy we're consuming, like insulation or new windows, gives us a quicker payback period than anything else," said Harkness. Calls to the mayors of Marlborough and Waltham were not returned. (Framingham TAB, MA)
Mutual Funds &Personal Finance Mar 28, 2009
If you must buy on credit, shop for a longer payback period, Uno says. You'll pay more interest over the long run. (Investors Business Daily)
Venture capitalists evaluate ideas for startups Mar 24, 2009
In this economy, you don't want to risk a long payback period - especially here, where the total rental period has a maximum of about six months. Compiled by Deborah Gage. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Business)
CORRECTION: AXMIN Improves the Passendro Gold Project Mar 18, 2009
President and Chief Executive Officer Mario Caron comments "We considered it prudent to evaluate the Passendro Gold Project at a reduced scale given the inherent status of project finance in the current economic climate. We are very pleased to be able to demonstrate that the project remains robust at this scale still with a short payback period. There is also the added benefit of an overall attractive risk profile as mine life is increased and the construction period timeline reduced. Higher... (CCNMatthews Press Releases)
Solar Water Heating Pays For Itself Five Times Over Mar 14, 2009
13, 2009) An analysis of the engineering and economics for a solar water-heating system shows it to have a payback period of just two years, according to researchers in India ... Photovoltaics have a payback period of several at least a decade and sometimes double that. (Science Daily)
Council discusses energy efficient landfill Mar 2, 2009
The payback period wouldn't be finalized until the design is complete, Clough said. But, estimates show during the 50-year life of the building, paybacks come after 12 to 16 years. (Casper Star-Tribune, WY)
Saving Money: How the green building industry is thriving in a down economy. Mar 2, 2009
For residential deployments with an appetite for a slightly longer payback period, all eyes turned to the Envision Solar booth, where Pam Stevens, chief operating officer, reminded me that going solar can be done cost effectively in clever and relatively smaller form factors. "We are not a panel manufacturer," Stevens says. (Energy Pulse, CO)
Pacific Booker Minerals Inc. Announces Positive Feasibility Study for the Morrison Copper/Gold Project Feb 28, 2009
Payback period on capital is 4. 2 years. (PR Newswire)
Three Idaho Dairy Farmers Building $100 Million Processing Plant (33) Feb 25, 2009
Asked by Agri-View about the payback period for this facility, Onaindia pegged it at 10 to 12 years. He added that the owners can speed that along or slow it, as they see fit. (Agri-View, WI)
County supervisors approve courthouse bond resolution Feb 19, 2009
PITTSBORO The county s governing board approved a resolution Friday to issue 2 million in bonds with a 20-year payback period to begin construction on a new courthouse. The resolution includes a preliminary official statement of the project and information about the county's finances. (Calhoun City Monitor Herald, MS)
Cash-rich Pintaras eyes acquisitions Feb 19, 2009
After three-and-a-half years, we got our money back, said Chiu, who had anticipated a longer payback period of five years. The can maker has contributed significantly to group earnings, he added. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Business)
> Public-sector work helps BCA prosper Feb 18, 2009
And, as the quality and longevity of photovoltaic cells increase through advancements in technologies and materials, the payback period is being reduced, in some cases, to less than seven years, making photovoltaic panels more attractive. Another trend we re seeing in the valley relates to the design of churches. (San Jose Business Journal, CA)
5 Making the IT Project Business Case Feb 16, 2009
It is more pragmatic and appropriate to use a simpler ROI measure, such as payback period on IT projects under a certain dollar amount (e. g. $50,000) and a more rigorous measure, such as net present value in addition to payback period on the large IT projects (e. (CIO Information Network)
Wellesley senior center could become reality in fall Feb 11, 2009
Construction would take exactly a year and residents will, at most, pay $43 more in taxes at the peak of the payback period, Warshaw said. Wellesley has been studying the need for a senior center since receiving the Tolles bequest. (Wellesley Townsman, MA)
Builder offers 'green' homes in Kittery subdivision Feb 8, 2009
According to Eric Chinburg, much of the energy efficiency he's putting in homes is simple and relatively inexpensive with a quick payback period. "Using slightly thicker insulation, making the envelope a little tighter, and careful selection and placement of windows makes a huge difference," Chinburg said. (Seacoast New Hampshire)
Chamber of commerce to pay for tax mistake Feb 8, 2009
The DOR used the years 2003-2007 as a payback period. Now, they'll be paying monies owed-with interest. (Chetek Alert, WI)
