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Dear Readers, First of all, may I thank readers who gave feedback on the last newsletter regarding the SCI. It is all apparent that this type of subject has its place in the JPF newsletter, and similar such subjects will be developed upon in forthcoming editions. This week's newsletter brings to you a number of subjects. We start by looking at a new business and research centre in Montpellier designed to instigate new projects in the field of clean energy. Top properties this week are an attractive stone house in Monoblet and a well appointed villa near Anduze. Both have wide views across local countryside. Should you wish to be removed from this mailing list, please use the link provided at the bottom of the page. Otherwise, kindly read on. Themes of the Fortnight: DERBI - a meeting place for research, business and external financing in the field of renewable energy It makes sense that in a region of the world exposed to a good 300 days of sunshine per year, solar energy should be harnessed and put to good use. It is within this context that Montpellier city and the Languedoc Roussillon region as a whole, are expanding facilities for a more extensive use of renewable energy. Beyond the realm of city infrastructures however, important initiatives are ongoing to concentrate skills and efforts and put the region on the renewable energy map. City authorities have thus been instrumental in the creation of DERBI, a grouping of research laboratories and innovative companies. DERBI's role consists in bringing together ideas and skills, sketching out new projects and seeking funding. At the present time it has 122 members; 61 businesses, 21 research centres / laboratories / places of higher education, 29 federations or institutional partners and 11 territorial members. DERBI also plays an important role in the organisation of ENERGAïA, an annual conference held in the city that reaches out to an international audience on the same themes.  Montpellier has been interested in sustainable development for over 20 years. It is developing sites that process waste to produce useful energy and the installation of solar panels on all city facilities is currently under study. For the latter, private investment is a complimentary approach to city funding. Urbasolar, which implement "solar roofs" with lightweight flexible solar paneling is among the various companies that currently work under the DERBI umbrella, and likely to see increased involvement across the region.  New Easy Jet link to Montpellier From May 2nd 2008 EasyJet will be flying to Montpellier from London Gatwick. Mare Nostrum - Montpellier's aquarium - a big success Mare Nostrum, the new and extensive aquarium facilities, received 70,000 visitors in its first three weeks of operation. Feedings of penguins, sharks and diver excursions into the oceanic shark aquarium tend to draw the biggest crowds. We shall be taking a look in a future newsletter. For more information, call 33 (0)467 130 550. Homage to Peter Greenway The 5th annual film festival of Clermont l'Herault 'l'Art en Bobine' for which the theme this year is 'architecture and cinema, the city in cinema' will be showing a number of Peter Greenaway films. The festival runs from January 22nd to 27th. Peter will be present on Saturday 26th. http://www.rphfm.org/spip/spip.php?article362 Art exhibition at the CRAC in Sete The Centre Regional d'Art Contemporain (CRAC) in Sete has brought together a new exhibition under the collective title of 'eclectic builders' blending design, furniture, research, sculpture, devices, videos, drawings and wall paintings. Quite a mix you say! The underlying theme lies in bringing together artists and designers who work in the frontier zones between art and design and between design and architecture. The exhibition will be run in two phases, the first till March 13th and the second till May 11th. Address: 26 quai Aspiran Herber, 34200 SETE. Telephone: 33 (0) 467 749 437  Top Properties: Monoblet (Gard) Stone house, adjacent to neighbouring buildings, with a garden in a quiet country setting beside Monoblet. The property has an attractive exterior with exposed stonework and genoises. Inside, at ground level, there is a fitted kitchen, storage cellar and a living room with log fireplace. ... Further details can be found here. Property ref. 562. Asking price: 199,000€   Anduze (Gard) Spacious and well built villa close to Anduze set in enclosed grounds (2470m²) with a swimming pool. The property has a large living room (60m²) overlooking countryside, a fitted kitchen, four bedrooms, a laundry room and garage. ... Further details can be found here. Property ref. 561. Asking price: 445,000€    +33 467 297 068 +33 626 581 415 Contact: http://www.jamespropertiesfrance.com/message.php For all other information: http://www.jamespropertiesfrance.com About James Properties France: Based in Montpellier in the south of France, bringing to you a carefully picked selection of properties within a 70 mile radius - with the occasional more distant exception - that are chosen for their combinations of attributes, most notably: - Setting of outstanding natural beauty - Distinct character or unusual features - Quality of renovation or authenticity - Value for money James Properties France (JPF) serves primarily an English speaking, though often highly Francophile clientele looking to move or own a second home in the south of France around such places as Uzes, Nîmes, Montpellier, Anduze, St. Hippolyte du Fort, the Southern Cevennes, Gignac and Clermont l'Herault and the Hauts Cantons. The property selection proposed by JPF is targeted to fit buyers from abroad in terms of types of location, accessibility, environment / landscapes, and types and formats of construction. Besides bringing you a wide array of properties, JPF helps by running specific searches in the Gard and Hérault. JPF acts as an intermediary between you and a number of regional estate agencies, at no extra charge. Selections of properties that meet your criteria can be established prior to your visits, any linguistic issues totally alleviated, questions about French procedures and legislation addressed quickly, and information on prices and property details addressed plainly by all parties. JPF also presents a wide selection of off plan properties throughout France. If you are thinking about a leaseback operation, traditional buy-to-let or an apartment or villa for personal usage, JPF can help. Regions where JPF is particularly present include Paris / Ile de France, Languedoc Roussillon, Provence Alpes Cote d'Azur, Aquitaine and Brittany. Please browse options on the Off Plan Property Page. JPF helps you with your purchase from the beginning to the end of the process, often communicating with the assigned notary to make sure that content and conditions of sale are correctly documented, ensuring all is in order for completion, and keeping you informed of progress. Insurance and utilities can also be arranged. Should you wish to have assistance in maintaining or making alterations to your house, or any formalities associated with property ownership or financing in France, JPF can give assistance on an hourly basis. Finally, if you are looking to sell your property in the south of France, JPF can also help. If you would like to unsubscribe from this newsletter, please click on the following link: http://www.jamespropertiesfrance.com/newsletter.php |