Serena DiMagno receives Samuel S. Baxter Award
Spotts, Stevens and McCoy is proud to announce that Serena DiMagno, Special Environmental Consultant was presented the Samuel S. Baxter Award during the 2021 PA-AWWA Conference.
SERENA DIMAGNO
Spotts, Stevens and McCoy is proud to announce that Serena DiMagno, Special Environmental Consultant was presented the Samuel S. Baxter Award during the 2021 PA-AWWA Conference.
The award is presented in recognition of outstanding personal service in the water supply field and in commemoration of leadership in the development of safe public water system facilities, the advancement of improved water supply practices and the promotion of a water works industry of high esteem and service to AWWA.
DiMagno has over 45 years of experience in water and wastewater system investigation, design, operations and treatment, management, regulatory negotiation, permitting and compliance. She has held leadership positions in both the private and public sectors including business development, client relationship management and marketing, in addition to having owned her own consulting firm, which she managed for 20 years.
DiMagno is a graduate of Chatham University. She has received the Water Works Operators’ Association of Pennsylvania Ivan M. Glace, Harry J. Krum and Fred G. Eckardt Awards and is a Past President of the Association. DiMagno also received the 2012 AWWA George Warren Fuller Award for distinguished service to the water supply field, as well as a special recognition award in 1999 for her contributions to the betterment of the water supply industry through application of her energy, knowledge, practical experience and business sense.
DiMagno is currently serving as the Chairman of the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection Agency’s Small Systems Technical Advisory Committee (TAC Board). DiMagno has served in several leadership roles in AWWA, including as Pennsylvania’s AWWA South Central District Trustee and member of its board of directors, and is an active member of the Pennsylvania Water Utility Council. In addition to chairing the Legislative and Regulatory Affairs Committee for the Water Works Operator’s Association of Pennsylvania since 1990.
Spottlight on Growth
These are the forces that have led to our growth, our resilience, our rooted care and grounded values. These are the forces of SSM.
More than ten years ago, a team at SSM planted these Japanese Cherry Blossom trees. They were mere saplings then. Since then, they’ve rooted. They’ve grown. They’ve bloomed.
Our roots go back to 1932. We were mere saplings then. Just a few team members looking to engineer solutions that make the world a better place. Since then, we’ve also grown. We’ve branched out and expanded our services. We’ve been resilient. We’ve stayed rooted in our values and in our mission. We’ve absorbed and soaked in the nutrients and the resources that our communities have offered us. And- perhaps our favorite- we’ve helped our clients’ visions bloom.
But as James Penny Cash once said, “Growth is never by mere chance. It is the result of forces working together.” SSM is the blooming, beautiful tree that greets you- because of the many forces that have worked together.
It is the Civil Engineering team, that has turned SSM into the resource that communities, institutions, and businesses turn to for forward-thinking solutions to everyday challenges. It is our Facilities team that has taken expertise, and powerful integrative approaches and turned SSM into the best, single-source solution for any facilities engineering challenge, no matter how many facets. Our Environmental team, that blooms by their ability to be a resource for cost-effective, well-engineered solutions whether it’s water and wastewater engineering to water resources. It’s our Survey and Data team that brings the force of not only accuracy, but expertise and care. And it’s our newest branch, our Energy and Sustainability team, that waters the seeds of growth for future generations while breaking down the barriers to our clients’ success and energy challenges.
These are the forces that have led to our growth, our resilience, our rooted care and grounded values. These are the forces of SSM.
Webinar: PA C-PACE for Property Managers
The webinar will outline what projects qualify for C-PACE, how the loans work and the technical requirements of an application.
Webinar: PA C-PACE for Property Managers
April 8, 2021, 1:00 - 2:00 p.m.
The webinar will outline what projects qualify for C-PACE, how the loans work and the technical requirements of an application. Learn how to use this financing to make large capital improvements that may lower your utility costs and improve the cash flow of your building.
On the Agenda :
C-PACE Financing Basics: How it works and what it can fund. Presented by Shannon Crooker, Director of Program Related Investments Sustainable Energy Fund
C-PACE In Action: Energy conservation measures from actual projects and the savings impacts. Presented by Paul D. Spiegel, P.E., LEED AP Director, Energy and Sustainability Services Practical Energy Solutions, a Division of Spotts, Stevens and McCoy
Use PROMO CODE SSM2021
FOR MORE INFORMATION:
Paul Spiegel, PE, LEED AP | Director, Energy and Sustainability Services
paul.spiegel@ssmgroup.com
Spottlight on the Table
At SSM, we are passionate about bringing not just one thing to the table. We are a multi-disciplinary engineering, environmental, and surveying firm. We bring everything to the table.
We bring everything to the table.
We aren’t like other restaurants. Well, we aren’t a restaurant at all; we’re an engineering firm. But, we do have one thing in common with your favorite local dinner spot: our menu. Have you seen our menu? It’s our carefully curated list of services that is specially designed to not only meet the needs of our clients, our communities, our generation, our environment- but is also specifically designed around the expertise of our team members. It’s the things we do best.
You might know us best for surveying. You come to us every time you have a surveying-need. We get it, stick to what you know will never let you down. (Sort of like that pasta you always order.) Maybe it’s not surveying. Maybe you are hooked on our Municipal Division, or our Electrical Engineering team. But have you ever tried our Structural team? What about our Environmental Group? They’re just as good. And we think- no, we know- you’ll find them to be a reliable go-to as well. Better yet, try all of our teams. After all, what’s better than a full table?
At SSM, we are passionate about bringing not just one thing to the table. We are a multi-disciplinary engineering, environmental, and surveying firm. We bring everything to the table.
But it isn’t just about the menu. Because even a great menu doesn’t mean a great meal. At SSM, we say “what we do best, is what you don’t.” We are the fine chefs and crew that pull it all together in a way that can’t be replicated by others. Tough projects, unique solutions, challenging circumstances- all of these are why clients seek SSM. Because bringing everything to the table isn’t just about the food. It’s about the skills it took to get there. It’s about the craft that led the way. It’s about the expertise that stands out above it all.
At SSM, our purpose is to help you stick to yours. Because when we’re at the table, you get to enjoy the meal.
Webinar:
PA C-PACE for Property Managers
April 8, 2021, 1:00 - 2:00 p.m.
The webinar will outline what projects qualify for C-PACE, how the loans work and the technical requirements of an application. Learn how to use this financing to make large capital improvements that may lower your utility costs and improve the cash flow of your building.
Kate Lyons Earns Green Associate Accreditation
Kate Lyons, Graduate Geologist, has recently earned her LEED® Green Associate accreditation. Kate is a member of the Energy and Sustainability Services Team at SSM.
LINDSEY WALASKI, LEED AP, CEM
Spotts, Stevens and McCoy (SSM) a family-owned, regional engineering, environmental and surveying firm announces Kate Lyons, Graduate Geologist, has recently earned her LEED® Green Associate accreditation. Kate is a member of the Energy and Sustainability Services Team at SSM and works on a range of projects, including strategic energy and sustainability planning, energy assessments, K-12 education programs, and LEED certification. She also works with the City of Philadelphia’s Energy Office to provide energy database and LEED documentation support. She has a background in sustainability leadership and outreach from her past work with the Temple University Office of Sustainability. Kate is a recent graduate of Temple University with a BS in Geology, Environmental Studies Minor, and GIS Certificate.
About the Accreditation: LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) is the most widely used green building rating system in the world. Available for virtually all building types, LEED provides a framework for healthy, highly efficient, and cost-saving green buildings. LEED certification is a globally recognized symbol of sustainability achievement and leadership. The LEED Green Associate credential affirms a professional’s thorough comprehension of green building principles and practices.
About the Firm: Spotts, Stevens and McCoy, Inc. is a family-owned regional engineering, environmental and surveying firm headquartered in Wyomissing PA with satellite offices in Lancaster, West Chester and Lehigh Valley. SSM provides services to various types of local, regional and national businesses that include commercial, industrial, manufacturing and telecommunications as well as healthcare and higher education institutions.
Jason Newhard, CCM Earns Certified Construction Manager Designation
Jason Newhard, CCM has earned the Certified Construction Manager designation. Newhard is the Manager of the Water/Wastewater Operations Department at Spotts, Stevens and McCoy.
JASON NEWHARD, CCM
Spotts, Stevens and McCoy (SSM) a family-owned, regional engineering, environmental and surveying firm announces Jason Newhard, CCM has earned the Certified Construction Manager designation. Newhard is the Manager of the Water/Wastewater Operations Department at the firm. His responsibilities include managing the firm’s water, wastewater and industrial treatment plant operations initiatives, providing ongoing operational support services, advice, training, and troubleshooting, as may be required to assist client operations staff in maintaining treatment process efficiencies, effectiveness and DEP compliance, and assisting with design and operations with water distribution and sanitary sewer collection systems.
He has served as project manager on municipal utility projects, treatment plants, and road and storm sewer design projects and has managed multiple construction projects for both the public and private sector. He holds a BS in Civil and Construction Technology from Temple University and is a PA Water Works Certified Operator.
About the Certification: The Certified Construction Manager (CCM®) recognizes professionals who have chosen a career in construction management and voluntarily met the prescribed criteria of the construction management certification program with regards to formal education, field experience and demonstrated capability and understanding of the CMAA body of knowledge. The CCM is accredited by the American National Standards Institute (ANSI®) under the International Organization for Standardization’s 17024 standard. The purpose of the CCM is to improve delivery of the built environment by identifying the construction managers (CMs) who are best qualified by education and experience to deliver professional construction management services at the highest level of quality and ethical conduct.
About the Firm: Spotts, Stevens and McCoy, Inc. is a family-owned regional engineering, environmental and surveying firm headquartered in Wyomissing PA with satellite offices in Lancaster, West Chester and Lehigh Valley. SSM provides services to various types of local, regional and national businesses that include commercial, industrial, manufacturing and telecommunications as well as healthcare and higher education institutions.
Spottlight on Engineers
These are our engineers. What they do best, is allow you to do what you do best.
What we do best - is what you don’t.
We aren’t an engineering firm. If we were just an engineering firm, we’d assess, we’d solve, and then we’d cross it off of our list. But we’re not just an engineering firm. We are so much more.
Our engineers are so much more. We’re a firm that believes our people are your people. A firm that believes in innovation; built on a solid foundation. We’re an engineering firm that believes in improving the quality of life for our clients, our employees, and for all of the people touched by the work that we do.
February 21-27 is Engineers Week. This is the week we celebrate the engineers at our firm that make the world a better place. Our engineers. The ones that believe their work is important. Know their clients’ visions are important. And bring to the table the passion to make good work happen. Those are our engineers. Because our engineers don’t believe in just getting the job done. At SSM, we’re here to help. Because our purpose is to help you stick to yours.
This year, our engineers solved problems. They navigated challenges, fulfilled visions, and they created solutions. This year, our engineers:
Cultivated innovative and energy-efficient solutions for indoor growing facilities.
Provided a multi-state, corporate-wide coating booth evaluation for compliance with OSHA, ACGIH, EPA, NFPA, and company standards.
Assisted a food processor in expanding their facilities and innovating their process to provide better ergonomic equipment and increased productivity.
Utilized high-definition scanning data to create a complete point cloud database of a facility in preparation for the retrofit and reuse of the facility.
Designed a laboratory upgrade to include a 20-ton air handling unit for temperature and humidity control for semiconductor research tool.
Applied energy audit data and building simulations to develop and design upgrades for a building that will result in a reduction of energy consumption by 45%.
These are our engineers. What they do best, is allow you to do what you do best.
Public Meeting: Climate Action Plan for Public Input
The Chester County Planning Commission, in partnership with the Chester County Environmental and Energy Advisory Board, is holding a virtual public meeting to present the county’s proposed Climate Action Plan.
Chester County Releases Draft Climate Action Plan for Public Input
March 4th, 6:30 pm
The Chester County Planning Commission, in partnership with the Chester County Environmental and Energy Advisory Board, is holding a virtual public meeting to present the county’s proposed Climate Action Plan. The updated Climate Action Plan will provide a current greenhouse gas emissions inventory, as well as action plans for reducing emissions and improving energy efficiency throughout the county.
This meeting is open to the public
FOR MORE INFORMATION:
Paul Spiegel, PE, LEED AP | Director, Energy and Sustainability Services
paul.spiegel@ssmgroup.com
Webinar: How Radnor Township is reaching its goal for 100% Clean Energy
Learn how one Pennsylvania community — Radnor Township — can reach its goals for transitioning to 100% clean energy?How Radnor Township is reaching its goal for 100% Clean Energy March 2nd, 6-7 pm
Want to learn how one Pennsylvania community — Radnor Township — can reach its goals for transitioning to 100% clean energy?
Join the webinar presentation by Radnor’s energy consultants, Practical Energy Solutions (PES), on the energy transition plan they have prepared for the community. PES will lay out their combination of recommended strategies for meeting the township’s commitment to transition to 100% clean renewable electricity by 2035 and 100% renewable energy for heating and transportation by 2050. The plan is a mix of multi-faceted strategies for energy conservation, efficiency, and renewable alternatives.
The webinar is open to the public.
FOR MORE INFORMATION
Paul Spiegel, PE, LEED AP | Director Energy and Environmental Services
paul.spiegel@ssmgroup.com
Spottlight on Getting Ready
Make it a better year by making it a better world. For many, we begin a new year with resolutions to create change, to reach new goals, and to establish new ways of life.
Are you Ready?
Make it a better year by making it a better world. For many, we begin a new year with resolutions to create change, to reach new goals, and to establish new ways of life.
This year, resolve to create lasting change in the world by adopting a resolution focused on reducing energy usage. From your home or workplace, to your community- we challenge you to get ready to deal with your energy consumption. For the sake of the year, but also for the sake of all the years to come.
C-PACE Financing Tool: What makes a good energy audit?
Paul Spiegel, Practical Energy Solutions,- A Division of Spotts, Stevens and McCoy talked about what makes a good energy survey
FOR MORE INFORMATION:
Paul Spiegel, PE, LEED AP
Director Energy and Sustainability Services
Practical Energy Solutions
a division of Spotts, Stevens and McCoy
paul.spiegel@ssmgroup.com
The Philadelphia Energy Authority provided an update on programs relevant to GPAEE members with a focus on C-PACE, a financing tool now available in Pennsylvania, for clean energy projects. Maryrose Myrtetus, PEA Program Manager will discuss how C-PACE works and why it matters to energy engineers and consultants. She will be joined by Paul Spiegel, Practical Energy Solutions,- A Division of Spotts, Stevens and McCoy talked about what makes a good energy survey which is required for C-PACE financing and Liz McCormick, Director of Business Development, Energy Division, Pennoni, will discuss how to integrate C-PACE into your business development.
PECO recognizes Firm for Largest Energy Efficiency Project by kWh savings
Practical Energy Solutions, a Division of Spotts, Stevens and McCoy was recognized this week at the PECO Trade Ally meeting for their work on the largest energy efficiency project of 2020 by kWh savings achieved.
Practical Energy Solutions, a Division of Spotts, Stevens and McCoy was recognized this week at the PECO Trade Ally meeting for their work on the largest energy efficiency project of 2020 by kWh savings achieved.
The project was conducted at the Philadelphia 201 Hotel, with the rebate paid by PECO. The rebate was earned for modifications made to the exhaust fans/hood in the kitchen (variable speed drives) and additions of CO sensors for the exhaust fans in the parking garage that resulted in the fans running only when carbon monoxide was sensed, rather than 24/7.
The Trade Ally project is part of the PECO Smart Ideas program that helps businesses reduce energy use by providing incentives and rebates to customers to improve energy efficiency. The PES team became a Trade Ally to help clients better understand the energy incentives that are available that can help offset the costs of energy-efficient building system upgrades. These solutions can include HVAC and controls upgrades, high efficiency lighting projects or customized energy strategy implementations. In an every-changing marketplace, PES acts as an energy advocate for clients, developing the appropriate energy solution, and navigating the process to obtain rebates and incentives for those energy saving solutions.
About the Firm
Practical Energy Solutions, a division of Spotts, Stevens and McCoy, is an energy and sustainability engineering firm with a focus on municipal, institutional, educational, and commercial energy efficiency and renewable energy planning and project management. Our goal - to help building owners reduce energy consumption without capital upgrades. We design with energy efficiency and sustainability in mind; but never at the expense of occupant comfort, ease of maintenance, and optimal use of the facility. Our Philadelphia area-based, independent energy consulting group combines creativity and deep technical expertise to transform your buildings into comfortable, efficient, healthy spaces to live and work.
Team Members named Tune-Up Specialists for City of Philadelphia
Practical Energy Solutions, a division of Spotts, Stevens and McCoy, is pleased to announce that three members of the team have been approved as Tune-Up Specialists by the City of Philadelphia’s Office of Sustainability.
Practical Energy Solutions, a division of Spotts, Stevens and McCoy, is pleased to announce that three members of the team have been approved as Tune-Up Specialists by the City of Philadelphia’s Office of Sustainability.
The City’s newly implemented Building Energy Performance Policy (BEEP) requires a “tune‐up specialist” lead all tune‐up assessments and sign‐off on all tune‐up reports submitted to the City’s Office of Sustainability (OOS). Tune-up Specialists must meet certain requirements as set forth by the OOS. Individuals must be a Professional Engineer (PE) license or Certified Energy Manager (CEM) certification and have at least seven (7) years of combined educational and professional experience with commercial building operations and/or building energy management.
Tune-Up Specialists
Paul Spiegel, PE, LEED AP, Director, Energy and Sustainability Services - Paul has over 29 years of experience in building design, construction, and evaluation in the Philadelphia metropolitan region. His experience includes development and implementation of energy strategic master plans and comprehensive energy assessments for more than 150 educational, municipal, and commercial facilities. he is an adjunct professor of Engineering at Temple University.
Benjamin Pressman, PE BESM, Project Mechanical Engineer - Ben is a Certified Building Energy Simulation Analyst and has a deep understanding of building modeling software and methodology, energy auditing techniques, and HVAC systems operation. Ben holds an MSE in mechanical engineering from Johns Hopkins University.
Lindsey Walaski, LEED AP, CEM, Project Mechanical Engineer - With a Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering and a Master's Degree in Sustainable Engineering, and a year working in the Sustainability Coordinator's Office at Villanova, Lindsey brings a broad range of experience to the team. She provides services from energy audits and modeling to curricular presentations in the classroom.
About the Firm
Practical Energy Solutions, a division of Spotts, Stevens and McCoy, is an energy and sustainability engineering firm with a focus on municipal, institutional, educational, and commercial energy efficiency and renewable energy planning and project management. Our goal - to help building owners reduce energy consumption without capital upgrades. We design with energy efficiency and sustainability in mind; but never at the expense of occupant comfort, ease of maintenance, and optimal use of the facility. Our Philadelphia area-based, independent energy consulting group combines creativity and deep technical expertise to transform your buildings into comfortable, efficient, healthy spaces to live and work.
Lindsey Walaski, LEED AP Earns Certified Energy Manager Designation
Spotts, Stevens and McCoy (SSM) a family-owned, regional engineering, environmental and surveying firm announces Lindsey Walaski, LEED AP has earned the Certified Energy Manager (CEM) designation through the Association of Energy Engineers (AEE).
LINDSEY WALASKI, LEED AP, CEM
Spotts, Stevens and McCoy (SSM) a family-owned, regional engineering, environmental and surveying firm announces Lindsey Walaski, LEED AP has earned the Certified Energy Manager (CEM) designation through the Association of Energy Engineers (AEE). With a Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering and a Master's Degree in Sustainable Engineering, and a year working in the Sustainability Coordinator's Office at Villanova, Lindsey brings a broad range of experience to the team. She provides services from energy audits and modeling to curricular presentations in the classroom. Lindsey is a member of the Energy and Sustainability Services Team at SSM.
About the Certification: The CEM program helps educate and qualify individuals involved in optimizing the use of energy in buildings and systems. By obtaining the CEM certification, candidates gain industry and peer recognition by demonstrating their understanding of energy-efficiency principles, practices, and technologies. The program also helps the energy industry by raising the professional standards, both technical and ethical, of those engaged in energy efficiency and energy management. The CEM accreditation is one of the most globally respected in the field of energy management. To qualify for CEM designation — the internationally accepted symbol of professional competence within the energy management field — candidates must meet strict educational and professional criteria, attend an AEE-sponsored CEM training seminar, and pass a rigorous 17-part exam administered by AEE.
About the Firm: Spotts, Stevens and McCoy, Inc. is a family-owned regional engineering, environmental and surveying firm headquartered in Wyomissing PA with satellite offices in Lancaster, West Chester and Lehigh Valley. SSM provides services to various types of local, regional and national businesses that include commercial, industrial, manufacturing and telecommunications as well as healthcare and higher education institutions.
Spottlight on Education
This month, schools across the country participated in American Education Week.
The week promotes collaboration between parents and educators. This tradition began in 1921 when members of the American Legion, the U.S. Office of Education, and the National Education Association joined efforts to improve literacy and physical education across the country. This month we celebrate the educators and administrators that are inspiring the next generation of engineers, artists, innovators, and creators.
From helping students to understand how their school is heated and cooled to developing educational materials for outreach activities, to reaching out to the community to facilitate success we are engaged in providing educational opportunities.
We’re here to help. We understand what institutions of learning need, and we deliver cost-effective, sustainable services. The specifics vary, but one course is always part of the program: ensuring a safe and healthy environment for students and staff to learn, live, and work.
This month, schools across the country participated in American Education Week.
The week promotes collaboration between parents and educators. This tradition began in 1921 when members of the American Legion, the U.S. Office of Education, and the National Education Association joined efforts to improve literacy and physical education across the country. This month we celebrate the educators and administrators that are inspiring the next generation of engineers, artists, innovators, and creators.
From helping students to understand how their school is heated and cooled to developing educational materials for outreach activities, to reaching out to the community to facilitate success we are engaged in providing educational opportunities.
We’re here to help. We understand what institutions of learning need, and we deliver cost-effective, sustainable services. The specifics vary, but one course is always part of the program: ensuring a safe and healthy environment for students and staff to learn, live, and work.
IN THIS ISSUE:
Kent Morey, PE, CBLP Achieves Chesapeake Bay Landscape Professional Status
Spotts, Stevens and McCoy is pleased to announce that Kent Morey, PE has earned the Chesapeake Bay Landscape Professional (CBLP) designation. The achievement of the CBLP Level 1 designation demonstrates an advanced level of professionalism and knowledge of sustainable landscaping practices for a healthier Chesapeake Bay.
KENT MOREY, PE
Spotts, Stevens and McCoy is pleased to announce that Kent Morey, PE has earned the Chesapeake Bay Landscape Professional (CBLP) designation. The achievement of the CBLP Level 1 designation demonstrates an advanced level of professionalism and knowledge of sustainable landscaping practices for a healthier Chesapeake Bay.
Certification is voluntary and candidates must pass a comprehensive exam that assesses an individual’s command of sustainable practices in the design, installation, and maintenance of landscapes. CBLP-certified professionals have in-depth knowledge of sustainable landscape best practices and a focus on maintenance of stormwater best management practices. Advanced, Level 2 credentials are also available for highly experienced design (CBLP-D) and installation (CBLP-I) professionals.
Morey is a Senior Engineer in the Municipal Engineering and Planning department at Spotts, Stevens and McCoy. With more than 30 years of experience in the industry, Kent regularly performs engineering studies and designs for the construction, improvement, or installation of stormwater management facilities. He prepares contract documents and provides bidding assistance; performs site evaluation and detailed engineering design of storm drainage, erosion and sedimentation control, in addition to preparing PaDEP permit applications for public and private clients. In addition, Kent serves as a municipal client representative, stormwater management engineer, and provides assistance to MS4 communities. Morey is a 1985 graduate of The Pennsylvania State University with a BS in Civil Engineering. He is a registered Professional Engineer in Pennsylvania.
Spotts, Stevens and McCoy, Inc. is a family-owned regional engineering, environmental and surveying firm headquartered in Wyomissing PA with satellite offices in Lancaster, West Chester and Lehigh Valley. SSM provides services to various types of local, regional and national businesses that include commercial, industrial, manufacturing and telecommunications as well as healthcare and higher education institutions.
SSM Welcomes Senior Engineer, Craig Momose, PE
Spotts, Stevens and McCoy, a family-owned and managed, regional engineering firm based in Reading PA welcomes Craig Momose, PE to the team as a Senior Engineer in the Municipal Engineering and Planning Department.
Mr. Momose has thirty-six years of professional consulting engineering experience serving both the private and public sector. He is responsible for designs of all types of private and public land development projects and review of subdivision and land development plans for local municipalities. His experience includes stormwater management, site grading and earthwork, erosion and sediment control, floodplain and floodway modeling, FEMA Letter of Map Amendment and Letter of Map Revision applications, DEP Joint Permits, General Permits and NPDES Permit applications. Mr. Momose also served numerous municipalities throughout his career. Tasks include design of storm drainage and road improvement projects, waterway permitting, preparation of annual paving specifications, contract management and construction inspection. Services for planning commissions include review of subdivision and land development project stormwater management plans, preparation of improvements agreement cost estimates and review of escrow release applications. Craig is a 1981 graduate of The Pennsylvania State University with a BS in Mining Engineering.
City of Philadelphia Releases Building Energy Performance Regulations
The City of Philadelphia recently implemented regulations pertaining to the Building Energy Performance Policy signed into law by Mayor Kenney in December 2019. The Building Tune-Up policy requires all non-residential buildings 50,000 square feet and larger to either conduct a “tune-up” to bring existing building systems up to a state of good repair, or to get an exemption through a high-performance pathway. The newly released regulations better define the requirements of a tune-up and types of exemptions available to buildings.
The City of Philadelphia recently implemented regulations pertaining to the Building Energy Performance Policy signed into law by Mayor Kenney in December 2019. The Building Tune-Up policy requires all non-residential buildings 50,000 square feet and larger to either conduct a “tune-up” to bring existing building systems up to a state of good repair, or to get an exemption through a high-performance pathway. The newly released regulations better define the requirements of a tune-up and types of exemptions available to buildings.
The City of Philadelphia anticipates implementation of the Policy will reduce carbon pollution by nearly 200,000 metric tons, the equivalent of taking 40,000 automobiles off the roads.
The City recently conducted a pilot tune-up with Practical Energy Solutions on the Juvenile Justice Center in West Philadelphia to quantify potential savings and found that an initial $12,000 investment will result in $24,000 in annual energy savings.
Paul Spiegel, PE, Director Energy and Environmental Services at Practical Energy Solutions also participated in the Advisory Group for the Philadelphia Building Energy Performance Policy, providing technical guidance during the development of the regulations. Paul remarked, “We have been providing retuning services to our clients since 2006. The process allows owners to get a good pulse on the energy consumption and performance of their building.”
Practical Energy Solutions, a division of Spotts, Stevens and McCoy, is an energy and sustainability engineering firm with a focus on municipal, institutional, educational, and commercial energy efficiency and renewable energy planning and project management. Our goal - to help building owners reduce energy consumption without capital upgrades. We design with energy efficiency and sustainability in mind; but never at the expense of occupant comfort, ease of maintenance, and optimal use of the facility. Our Philadelphia area-based, independent energy consulting group combines creativity and deep technical expertise to transform your buildings into comfortable, efficient, healthy spaces to live and work.
Spottlight on Fire Safety
This month, we’re talking about the ways that you can continue to keep the facilities, the communities, and most importantly the people that you love safe. We’ve provided some reminders and maintenance tips to keep on your to do list.
Stop, Drop, Read, and React.
Did you know that in 1922, the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) named the second week of October Fire Prevention Week in commemoration of the Great Chicago Fire in 1871? From fire prevention activities, to safety reminders, to acknowledgement of our fire and other first responders - October is a time to remember to stay fire safe.
This month, we’re talking about the ways that you can continue to keep the facilities, the communities, and most importantly the people that you love safe. We’ve provided some reminders and maintenance tips to keep on your to do list. Because even though October is about fire safety- emergencies happen year-round. Read our tips. Read our reminders. Read them, think about them, and then act on them. We’ll be here- because when it comes to safety- it’s not enough to just be aware, you also have to do.
We’re here to help.
IN THIS ISSUE:
Sierra Club: Efficiency First
Sierra Club: Efficiency First
What is an energy focus and why is it important? A focus on where to start including energy benchmarking, energy audits and evaluations, energy management, strategic planning, and evaluating your progress.
presented by Paul Spiegel, PE, LEED AP
Director Energy and Sustainability Services
paul.spiegel@ssmgroup.com
The City of Philadelphia recently implemented regulations pertaining to the Building Energy Performance Policy. The goal of the Policy is to increase tenant comfort while decreasing energy costs and carbon emissions. The City anticipates implementation of the Policy will reduce carbon pollution by nearly 200,000 metric tons. The policy does not require specific levels of efficiency or energy usage, but rather focuses on improving building performance by identifying non-capital improvements to the operations and maintenance of existing systems. Industrial processes or specialized equipment are excluded.