Albert Phelps, managing and leasing agent for Merritt 7 Corporate Park has earned the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency's (EPA) prestigious Energy Star award, the national symbol for protecting the environment through superior energy performance. Merritt 7 is the only office park in the state of Conn. to have earned the Energy Star label for exceptional energy efficiency and environmental performance. Merritt 7 received Energy Star recognition for Buildings 201, 301 and 401, three of six buildings that make up the 1.4 million s/f office complex. By earning the Energy Star, Merritt 7 is using approximately 35% less energy than average buildings, while still providing quality service and comfort to its tenants. Through a collaborative effort between Albert D. Phelps, and ING Clarion, the property owner/asset manager, numerous actions were taken over a several year period to make the buildings more energy efficient. Under the direction of Alan Rich, Merritt 7 facilities manager, building upgrades and property equipment maintenance was completed.