NYSERDA awards 14 partners for their commitment to saving energy ALBANY, N.Y., Feb. 25 /PRNewswire/ -- The New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA) honored 14 of the state's leading contracting companies, home energy raters, trade allies and partners on February 6 at the ACI "Solutions for Success" 2008 New York ENERGY STAR for Homes Conference and Awards Banquet. As partners in the State's Home Performance with ENERGY STAR(R) and New York ENERGY STAR Labeled Homes programs, the businesses and organizations were awarded for their commitment, professionalism and skill in expanding the field of home performance and residential energy efficiency. Nearly 150 contractors throughout New York participate in Home Performance with ENERGY STAR and over 500 builders and raters participate in the New York ENERGY STAR Labeled Homes Program, 433 of which attended "Solutions for Success." Both programs, sponsored by NYSERDA, help New York State residents save money on their energy bills while also reducing the State's overall energy use and greenhouse gas emissions. "All of our program partners are creating powerful, positive outcomes in our State, helping to place New York at the forefront of energy solutions," said Paul D. Tonko, President and CEO of NYSERDA. "They have been a driving force in the State's energy and environmental savings over the last several years. The importance of their efforts reaches beyond the statistics; these men and women touch lives and help invest in a strong societal commitment to future generations."
