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Wake Robin has earned The Governor’s Award for Environmental Excellence for its project, “Energy Use & Conservation: From Policy to Practice.” The award recognizes our “efforts to conserve and protect natural resources, prevent pollution, and promote environmental sustainability.”
The comprehensive approach has reduced the Community’s carbon footprint by thousands of pounds—including a reduction of 58,000 pounds (and 318,000 gallons of hot water) in the laundry service alone. President/CEO Allie Stickney summed up the importance of the award this way: “This award recognizes that environmental consciousness is woven into our community—from a Board of Directors’ policy on energy saving and conservation to a myriad of specific activities including residents’ bee-keeping operation, supporting local farmers, replacing roofs and installing new windows and siding. We’re proud to provide a lifecare community where residents can continue to live their green ideals.”
David, a longtime Burlington resident, heartily agrees. “Caring for the planet is a core value for me—and other residents, too. Without Residents, Board, and Staff all thinking creatively about this issue, we could not have won this award.”
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