NEW ORLEANS (WGNO) — The New Orleans Area Habitat for Humanity was recognized at an international conference for its “climate-resilient” home designs in Jean Laffitte.
Habitat for Humanity leaders said the New Orleans Area Habitat for Humanity won the 2024 Best in Climate Resiliency Award at the Habitat for Humanity International Affiliate Conference as part of a nationwide house design contest.
They said the contest was open to 1,5000 Habitat for Humanity affiliates in four categories including accessibility, climate resiliency, sustainability and durability.
Habitat for Humanity leaders said the designs were made in collaboration with the Auburn University Rural Studio to build homes that incorporate “cutting-edge, sustainable and resilient design elements into affordable homes for hardworking families.”
According to a news release, plans for the homes in Jean Lafitte include replacing homes destroyed by Hurricane Ida with climate-resilient homes.
They said the homes are built to a FORTIFIED Gold Standard, meaning the homes can withstand up to 140 miles-per-hour winds while also using less energy.
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