53 Midwest buildings receive Energy Star Status

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Last year, U.S. Environmental Protection Agency awarded Energy Star status to 53 office buildings, schools, hospitals, public buildings and college dormitories in Illinois, Indiana, Michigan, Minnesota, Ohio and Wisconsin.

"These buildings are among the nation's top energy savers," said Regional Administrator Mary A. Gade. "They use about one-third less energy than average buildings which reduces greenhouse gas emissions and saves money."

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