DOE Presents ENERGY STAR ® Awards

The Department of Energy (DOE) has announced its 2008 ENERGY STAR awards. Pella Corp. in Pella, Iowa, was named the 2008 ENERGY STAR Partner of the Year for Window Manufacturing. Gorell Enterprises in Indiana, Pa., and ProVia Door (formerly Precision Entry Inc.) of Sugarcreek, Ohio, both were recognized with 2008 ENERGY STAR Sustained Excellence Awards.

The awards for doors, windows and skylights are based on the following criteria:

• Percentage of models offered that are ENERGY STAR-qualified;
• Proportion of total unit sales that are ENERGY STAR-qualified;
• Correct and consistent labeling of ENERGY STAR-qualified products and display units adhering to the Energy Star Marks, Maps and Messaging Guidelines available at http://www.energystar.gov/ia/partners/manuf_res/windows/ESWindows_MarksMapsMessaging.pdf;
• Inclusion of ENERGY STAR logos, messaging and program information in marketing collateral and advertising materials; and
• Integration of ENERGY STAR content in sales staff training materials.

CLICK HERE for full text of press release from Pella.

CLICK HERE for full text of press release from Gorell.

CLICK HERE for full text of press release from ProVia.

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