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The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and Department of Energy (DOE) have named Pella Corporation as the 2008 ENERGY STAR Partner of the Year for the Product Manufacturer—Windows and Doors category for Pella’s outstanding contribution to reducing greenhouse gas emissions by manufacturing and helping to educate consumers about those products.
Pella Corporation was also the 2007 ENERGY STAR Partner of the Year for the Product Manufacturer—Windows category. |
- The 2008 ENERGY STAR Partner of the Year Awards recognize manufacturers and retailers that successfully promote and deliver ENERGY STAR qualified products.
- ENERGY STAR award winners are selected from the 9,000 organizations participating in the ENERGY STAR program.
- ENERGY STAR is a government-backed program helping businesses and individuals protect the environment through the use of high-efficiency products.
- Started by the United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) in 1992, ENERGY STAR began as a voluntary labeling program designed to identify and promote energy-efficient products to reduce greenhouse gas emissions.
- Pella has partnered with ENERGY STAR since 1999.
- Most Pella windows and doors meet ENERGY STAR performance guidelines when glazed with Low-E insulating glass.
- Pella's commitment to ENERGY STAR extends to product design, testing, consumer education, sales, marketing, public outreach, product labeling, specification development, and training.
- The ENERGY STAR label is featured on major appliances, office equipment, lighting and home electronics, in addition to quality windows and doors. EPA also has extended the program to include new homes and commercial and industrial buildings.
- Last year alone, with the help of ENERGY STAR, Americans saved $16 billion on their energy bills and reduced greenhouse gas emissions equivalent to those of 27 million vehicles.
- By choosing ENERGY STAR qualified products, the typical household can save up to 30% on its energy bills – more than $600 per year – while improving home comfort and helping the environment.
For more information about ENERGY STAR, visit www.energystar.gov or call toll-free 1-888-STAR-YES (1-888-782-7937).