Course Description:

1 PDH Credit

Participants will learn the requirements to produce both a Baseline and Proposed LEED model.  They will learn which design elements can best exceed the baseline requirements and optimize the energy efficiency of their buildings. Participants will be able to apply these energy modeling strategies to their design concepts.  They will learn which building systems (envelope, HVAC, Controls, Lighting, Glazing, etc.) yield the highest results in energy savings for their buildings.  They will also learn what rebate programs are available in their regions for the best energy and cost savings for the projects. 

Learning Objectives:

• Participants will learn what design elements meet LEED prerequisites for the energy model and how to go beyond those requirements to achieve additional energy credits.

• Participants will learn how to properly evaluate the building envelope (glass, mullion, glazing assembly U-values, wall R-values, roof) to provide the best info for a LEED compliant energy model.

• Participants will learn which building mechanical, electrical and plumbing systems and additional options can optimize the energy performance of the building.

• Participants will learn what local utility energy rebate programs are available for energy efficient design and the potential savings they can yield for their projects.

Speaker Bios:

Robert J. Voth

Executive Vice President
Bala Consulting Engineers
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As Executive Vice President, Bob oversees the Business Development efforts in all office locations while balancing his focus with project development and conceptual design.  He is a knowledge powerhouse in the high-rise market, with notable projects being the sister towers, Comcast and Comcast Technology Center in Philadelphia.  His technical experience has also made him a go-to resource for clients with historic buildings.

In 2016, Bob became the first engineer inducted into the Carpenter’s Club in Philadelphia, an honorable nod from his industry peers. 

He received his Bachelors of Architecture degree from the University of Nebraska and holds a Bachelors and Masters Degree in Engineering from Drexel University. 

Wesley S. Lawson, PE

Vice President, Project Management Director
Bala Consulting Engineers
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Wes Lawson began his career in the consulting engineering industry over 10 years ago as an HVAC design engineer and is now Vice President and Director of Project Management for Bala Consulting Engineers. His focus lies in education, residential, high-rise, and commercial markets.  Wes’ pragmatic approach to design, responsiveness, and attention to detail has resulted in an impressive resume of projects including: the FMC Tower, Evo, The Vantage, The Summit at University City, 1919 Market, 1213 Walnut, and The Laurel.

As Director of Project Management across all offices, Wes has developed Bala's project management standards and guidelines.  He also runs the Assistant Project Managers group, which trains and mentors employees by cross-training knowledge of disciplines and providing management education.

He is a Penn State graduate with a Bachelors of Architectural Engineering and is a licensed Mechanical Professional Engineer (PE).