APS isn't the only one being recognized by the EPA and DOE. Lowe's has received the 2007 Excellence in ENERGY STAR Promotion Award for its contributions to reducing greenhouse gas emissions by marketing and promoting energy-efficient products and solutions.
This is the fifth consecutive year the company has been recognized for its efforts in championing energy-efficient products and consumer education. Lowe's will also be recognized by the DOE and EPA at the awards ceremony in Washington, D.C., on March 21.
Lowe's received the award for its comprehensive fall program promoting products that earn the ENERGY STAR label by meeting EPA and DOE's guidelines for energy efficiency. The month-long program was highlighted by a nationwide "Save Energy, Save Money" education day on Sept. 30, during which Lowe's stores offered free energy-saving tips and demonstrations.
Lowe's continued helping consumers throughout October's National Energy Awareness Month by hosting free weekly "How-To" clinics offering homeowners practical energy efficiency tips. The clinics promoted the use of energy- efficient products and educated consumers on the value of the ENERGY STAR program.
"Over the course of a year, the ENERGY STAR products purchased from Lowe's save customers more than $3.8 million on their energy bills," said Bob Gfeller, Lowe's senior vice president, marketing and advertising. "We're proud to be recognized as an ENERGY STAR partner and remain committed to helping our customers save money and protect the environment."
By choosing ENERGY STAR qualified products, the typical household can save up to 30 percent on its energy bills - more than $600 per year - while improving home comfort and helping the environment. Last year alone, with the help of ENERGY STAR, Americans saved $14 billion on their energy bills and enough peak energy to power 70 power plants. Through those savings they avoided greenhouse gas emissions equivalent to those of more than 25 million vehicles.
"Partners such as Lowe's are helping to promote energy efficiency in all aspects of our lives," said Bill Wehrum, acting assistant administrator for EPA's Office of Air and Radiation. "Lowe's excels at educating consumers about the financial and environmental benefits of ENERGY STAR products."
The Excellence in ENERGY STAR Outreach award is given to organizations to recognize their efforts to improve energy efficiency and reduce pollution, resulting in significant cost savings. Award winners are selected from more than 9,000 organizations that participate in the ENERGY STAR program.
For more information, check out the Lowe's press release.
