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Habitat for Humanity of Metro Denver recognized at Golden, Colo. home dedication for excellence in sustainable housing
Ribbon-cutting ceremony at the first ENERGY STAR, WaterSense and Indoor airPLUS-labeled affordable home in nation
(Denver, Colo. - May 18, 2012) Today in Golden, Colo., the ribbon was cut on the first ENERGY STAR, WaterSense and Indoor airPLUS-labeled residence in Colorado. This Habitat for Humanity of Metro Denver duplex is also the first affordable home in the nation built to the trio of EPA new homes programs that set standards for energy efficiency, water efficiency, and healthy indoor air in residential home construction.
At the ribbon-cutting event, EPA Regional Administrator Jim Martin awarded Heather Lafferty, CEO of Habitat for Humanity of Metro Denver, the ENERGY STAR 2012 Excellence in Affordable Housing award for Habitat’s commitment to incorporating ENERGY STAR products and building practices into their homes.
“Habitat for Humanity of Metro Denver is setting a new standard for healthy, efficient and affordable homes that will benefit families long after they move in,” said Jim Martin, EPA’s Regional Administrator. “These homes will help reduce greenhouse gas emissions, save thousands of gallons of precious water resources, and keep toxic materials out of the environment.”
“As we celebrate the 20th anniversary of the ENERGY STAR program, EPA is proud to recognize Habitat for Humanity of Metro Denver with the 2012 ENERGY STAR Excellence in Affordable Housing award,” said EPA Administrator Lisa P. Jackson. “Habitat for Humanity and all our ENERGY STAR award winners are ensuring that Americans at all income levels can benefit from living in energy-efficient, ENERGY STAR-certified homes.”
"Habitat for Humanity understands the importance of building high-quality, healthy and sustainable homes that families can live and thrive in well into the future," said Heather Lafferty, CEO, Habitat for Humanity of Metro Denver. "That's why our affiliate has focused on building green, energy-efficient homes which have been ENERGY STAR tested for more than a decade. These measures help save homeowners hundreds of dollars each year on utility costs, while also providing them with a healthy living environment."