Miami-Dade County highlights weatherized home to celebrate National Weatherization Day

To promote energy efficiency and improve the quality of life for residents, Miami-Dade County’s Community Action and Human Services Department (CAHSD) is proud to announce its participation in National Weatherization Day on October 30, 2023. This event highlights the importance of weatherization and energy conservation, and this year, CAHSD will highlight a weatherized home located at 15500 SW 300 Street, Homestead, FL 33033 from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. The event is an opportunity for communities to come together and raise awareness about the benefits of weatherization.

National Weatherization Day is a nationwide initiative that underscores the significance of weatherizing homes and buildings to reduce energy consumption, lower utility bills, and create more comfortable living environments. These initiatives not only help residents save money on energy costs but also contribute to our broader sustainability goals. 

CAHSD has been working diligently to enhance the well-being of our community members through our Weatherization Assistance Program (WAP). CAHSD’s Energy, Facilities, and Transportation Division facilitates the WAP program, which is designed to reduce the monthly energy burden on low-income homeowners by making their homes energy efficient through the installation of cost-saving measures. 

Installation at the featured home will include: (4) smoke detectors, a co-detector, a shower head, (12) CFLs bulbs, (2) air filters, a W/H pipe insulation, (8) repairs to windows to close properly, install BATT, blocking insulation and foam tape, (2) replaced windows, (2) replaced exterior doors, (2) replaced exhaust bathroom fans, a stove exhaust ventilation, and installed energy recovery ventilator.

This event is a testament to CAHSD commitment to creating a sustainable and energy-efficient future for our community.  For more information on the WAP program visit www.miamidade.gov/socialservices or call 786-469-4730.