Another milestone was reached by Lorain County Habitat for humanity during 2007. For the first time in our history all of the houses completed in 2007 gained Five Star Energy Certificates. During the design process a decision was made to construct our houses to be energy efficient as well as affordable. Donations from Dow Chemical and Rinnai Corporation allowed us to accomplish this goal. Our houses underwent an extensive energy audit and were found to be in compliance with a Five Star Energy Certificate. We have also instigated initiatives to become a "green Builder".