First Multifamily Housing Properties with ENERGY STAR Ratings Get Recognized by EPA
The EPA has announced the first apartment/condo buildings to receive ENERGY STAR certifications. 17 properties across the country were recognized.
The EPA has recognized 17 multifamily housing properties that have accomplished ENERGY STAR ratings for their outstanding energy performances. The properties are located in Arkansas, Illinois, Massachusetts, New York, Washington, and also in D.C.
“Communities, renters and businesses all benefit when multifamily properties operate more efficiently,” said EPA Administrator Gina McCarthy. “When these buildings use less energy, they also prevent greenhouse gas emissions, increase comfort, and lower costs for renters, making it a win-win for the environment, public health and the economy.”
The 17 ENERGY STAR certified multifamily buildings are:
- 30-50 21st, in New York, N.Y.
- 680 North Lake Shore Drive, in Chicago, Ill.
- The Ashley at RiverHouse, in Arlington, Va.
- Aspira Apartments, in Seattle, Wash.
- AvalonBay Communities – The Albemarle, in Washington, D.C.
- AvalonBay Communities – The Statesman, in Washington, D.C.
- Castle Square, in Boston, Mass.
- Circa Green Lake Apartments, in Seattle, Wash.
- ECO Modern Flats, in Fayetteville, Ark.
- Harvard School of Public Health - Shattuck International House, in Boston, Mass.
- Jeffery Parkway at 6731 South Jeffery Boulevard, in Chicago, Ill.
- Peter Cooper Village, in New York, N.Y.
- Prescott Wallingford, in Seattle, Wash.
- River City- 800 South Wells, in Chicago, Ill.
- Stuyvesant Town, in New York, N.Y.
- Terrific Tenements 423 W 48th Street, in New York, N.Y.
- Terrific Tenements 527 W 47th Street, in New York, N.Y.
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