The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the U.S. Department of Energy (DoE), through the Energy Star program, have commended 149 organizations in 35 states.  Each year, EPA honors a select group of organizations that have made outstanding contributions to protecting the environment through superior energy efficiency. Whether a first time Partner of the Year winner, or a Sustained Excellence winner, these small and large organizations from across the country are leading the energy efficiency movement. Four Pennsylvania based companies received rewards this year:

1. PECO, Philadelphia, PA (a SEI BoD member and participant!):  Partner of the Year – Sustained Excellence in Energy Efficient Program Delivery Category
2. Liberty Property, Malvern, PA:  Partner of the Year – Sustained Excellence in Energy Management Category
3. Ricoh USA, Malvern, PA:  Partner of the Year in Product Brand Owner Category
4. CLEAResult, Lancaster, PA:  Partner of the Year in Home Energy Rater Category

Read on to see how the 2016 ENERGY STAR Award Winners are helping millions of individuals, families, and businesses save energy and protect the climate.