CRYSTAL LAKE, IL Baxter & Woodman, Inc. announces Kenneth A. Koch, PE, has attained the status of Certified Energy Manager® (CEM®). The Certified Energy Manager® accreditation recognizes individuals who have demonstrated high levels of experience, competence, proficiency, and ethical fitness in the energy management profession.

Administered by the Association of Energy Engineers, the Certified Energy Manager® certification program is accredited by the American National Standards Institute (ANSI) based on the International Standard ANSI/ISO/IEC 17024.

Koch is a recognized technical leader in water system modeling, energy improvements, and sustainability research.  In his current role as Energy Management Coordinator, Koch provides technical guidance and promotes innovative approaches for managing and reducing energy consumption.  Working collaboratively with B&W engineers and technology specialists, Koch identifies forward-thinking, sustainable energy management solutions that minimize energy costs and mitigate environmental effects for our clients.

"Ken's enthusiasm for efficient energy management and his ongoing research and development of new technologies make him the perfect champion to promote smart energy management practices to the communities and government entities we serve," said Lou Haussmann, Executive Vice President/Chief Operations Officer of Baxter & Woodman, Inc.

Koch is a resident of DeKalb, Illinois, and is based out of the firm's DeKalb office location.