EAH Housing
EAH Housing is a nonprofit corporation which develops, manages, and operates affordable housing for low-income families, older adults, and persons with disabilities/special needs in California and Hawaii. It was founded in 1968.[1] The acronym used in its founding stands for Ecumenical Association for Housing, however today it does business simply as EAH.[2]
History
Established in 1968, EAH Housing has become one of the largest nonprofit housing development and management organizations in the western United States. With a staff of over 475, EAH develops low-income housing, manages over 100 properties in California and Hawaii, and plays a leadership role in local, regional and national housing advocacy efforts.[3] Starting from grass-roots origins in response to the death of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., EAH Housing now serves over 20,000 seniors, families, students, people with disabilities/special needs, frail elderly, and the formerly homeless.[4]
Sustainability efforts
In December 2010, EAH Housing was recognized with an honorable mention by the California Sustainability Alliance's Sustainability Showcase Awards.[5] The honor commends EAH for their commitment to providing sustainable and affordable multifamily housing to 20,000 families, students, people with disabilities, and seniors. EAH is a member of the Better Buildings Challenge, and is committed to reducing energy intensity by 20% within ten years.[6] EAH has 3.1 MW of on-site solar PV in their affordable housing portfolio, and is committed to an additional 20 projects – a total of nearly 10 megawatts.[7]
- EAH Housing Casa Adobe Solar Panels
- EAH Housing Crescent Park Solar Panels
- EAH Housing Villages of Moa'Eku Solar Panels
See also
References
- "EAH History - EAH Housing". Eahhousing.org. Retrieved 22 August 2017.
- EAH FAQ Page
- Marzorati, Guy (August 21, 2017). "Legislation to Fast-Track More Housing Finds Opposition in Marin". KQED. Retrieved 22 August 2017.
- "About Us". Eahhousing.org. Retrieved 22 August 2017.
- "[token_custom_menu_parent] 2010 showcase awards - California Sustainability Alliance". Sustainca.org. Retrieved 22 August 2017.
- "Archived copy". Archived from the original on 2014-07-08. Retrieved 2014-07-03.CS1 maint: archived copy as title (link)
- "FACT SHEET: President Obama Announces Commitments and Executive Actions to Advance Solar Deployment and Energy Efficiency". Whitehouse.gov. 9 May 2014. Retrieved 22 August 2017.
External links
- Rogers, Rob (February 1, 2007). "Group says affordable housing is good for the earth". Marin Independent Journal (San Rafael, CA). Retrieved 2008-06-16.
- Ashley, Beth (December 10, 2006). "Advocate for change: Mary Murtagh passionate about public housing". Marin Independent Journal (San Rafael, CA). Retrieved 2008-06-16.
- David, Mari-Ela (June 6, 2008). "Kukui Garden Tenants Fear Shake-up With Deal to Preserve Affordable Homes". KNHL. Retrieved 2008-06-16.
- "Grand opening set for San Clemente Place". Marin Independent Journal. 2008-05-28. Retrieved 2008-06-16.
- "Installation To Begin On Largest Solar-Powered Affordable Housing Community". 10 June 2008. Retrieved 2008-06-16.
- "Largest Solar Affordable Housing Community Dedicated". SustainableBusiness.com. 2008-06-11. Retrieved 2008-06-16.
- "New project brings hope for residents looking for homes". khon2.com. 2013-04-26.
- "Avena Bella grand opening celebrates City's effort to help low-income families". TurlockJournal.com. 2014-05-20.