#133 Dr. Tim Unruh: Creating Cost-Effective, Resilient Facilities

In this episode of The Modern Facilities Management Podcast, Griffin sits down with Dr. Tim Unruh, Executive Director of the National Association of Energy Service Companies (NAESCO) and former Deputy Assistant Secretary for Renewable Power at the U.S. Department of Energy.

Dr. Unruh breaks down how Energy Service Companies (ESCOs) are helping public institutions like K–12 schools, universities, and municipalities fund infrastructure improvements without upfront capital—while reducing energy costs, improving occupant comfort, and creating long-term operational resilience.

If energy efficiency, capital planning, or deferred maintenance are top of mind for your organization, this is a must-listen conversation.

Resources

National Association of Energy Service Companies (NAESCO)

NAESCO ESCO Members

NAESCO Accredited Members

U.S. Department of Energy (DOE)

Federal Energy Management Program (FEMP) (DOE)

Energy Savings Performance Contract Campaign (SCEP, DOE)

Energy Services Coalition (ESC)

National Association of State Energy Officials (NASEO)