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Since its inception in 1996, SOLARC’s mission to increase the sustainability of the built environment continues to strengthen and grow through the leadership of its Principals.     Galen Ohmart, AIA, LEED AP Principal Architect Galen Ohmart has experience in the design of an exceptional range of projects. As a professional architect trained and strongly dedicated to the team design environment, and as a design leader accredited by the US Green Building Council Leadership in Environmental and Efficiency Design (LEED), Galen combines his strong leadership skills with both design sensibility and outstanding management capabilities. Thelist of his design and consulting projects includes retail and office buildings, medical clinics, higher education buildings, hospitality complexes, mixed use developments, single-family and multi-family residences, non-profit service centers, libraries, and light industrial buildings. The AIA national 2001 Architecture + Energy Sustainable Design Award was awarded to Galen for his design of the Food for Lane County Distribution Center, which makes exceptional use of daylighting and natural ventilation, and is a testament to his valuable capabilities.     Gene Johnson, P.E. Principal Engineer Gene Johnson is a mechanical engineer with an unusually broad range of experience as a project manager, construction manager, multi-disciplinary designer, and "hands-on" builder. Gene's academic background includes degrees in civil and mechanical engineering, which together with his extensive experience and a broad interest in environmental and social sustainability form the foundation from which his engineering projects arise. He possesses special expertise in design of biogas-fueled power systems, biogas handling and utilization, ground-coupled heat pump systems, co-generation, radiant heating and cooling systems, and control systems design. He is an engineer whose unusual blend of technical expertise, innovative thinking and creative flair brings an exciting level of engineering opportunities to his projects, with exceptionally high-performing outcomes.     Michael Hatten, P.E. Principal Engineer Michael Hatten is an internationally known professional, recognized for his expertise in building energy efficiency. He combines a design, analysis, and training background in his roles as project manager, educator and project engineer. Michael’s academic and professional pursuits are sought after worldwide, taking him to far-flung destinations throughout the Continental US as well as Hawaii, Jordan, Cyprus, Scandinavia and Lebanon. Michael’s reputation as a leader in energy efficient design has grown from an extensive body of unusual, challenging and exciting energy efficiency projects. He has conducted analysis efforts on well over 20 million square feet of residential, commercial, and industrial space. In recognition of his accomplishments in the field, Michael was named 1998 National Energy Manager of the Year.       SOLARC attracts and maintains a staff of capable, inquisitive and bright individuals committed to the principles of sustainable design.   Jack Yousey Senior Mechanical Engineer Jack Yousey possesses over 24 years of design experience, the last 10 spent as senior mechanical engineer at SOLARC. His project experience includes extensive work in hospitals and clinics, office buildings, K-12 school facilities, higher education facilities, retail buildings, and high technology facilities. Jack’s academic background includes a degree in mechanical engineering from Cal Poly. Jack provides project design team leadership and mentoring of younger engineers as well as functioning as a primary designer.     Kevin Spahn, AIA, LEED AP Project Architect Kevin Spahn brings over 12 years of experience in a wide variety of project types, including higher education, recording studios, clean room laboratories and mixed use development. As a LEED accredited professional, his involvement in sustainable design ranges from hands-on experience with green techniques to project certification.     Josh Hilton, AIA Project Architect Josh Hilton brings 10+ years of professional architectural experience to the SOLARC team. Josh is excited by SOLARC's focus on sustainability as a means to achieve a project's goals, and as a way to serve the client and community. His professional work incorporates experience in a wide range of project types and scopes, including residential and commercial development, public and institutional projects, as well as industrial facility development. Having just relocated to Eugene from the New Mexico desert, he is excited to experience some rain, and to further the cause of sustainability!     Lyle Jensen, P.E. Senior Electrical Engineer Lyle Jensen has a background combining professional engineer, journeyman electrician, and state inspector over a 24 year career. Lyle’s knowledge as designer, installer and inspector brings a unique approach to project design. His special qualifications include code compliance, coordination and fault studies, arc flash evaluation, radio system grounding, power factor correction, lighting, controls, emergency power, lightning protection, troubleshooting, fire and security alarms, cathodic protection, and computer modeling applications.     Peter Reppe, Dipl. Ing., LEED AP Mechanical Engineer/Sustainability Specialist Peter Reppe has over 14 years of professional engineering experience including initiating/guiding comprehensive institutional green building efforts, energy efficiency analysis, and mechanical and energy engineering design. Peter has taught courses on institutional sustainability at the University of Oregon and developed green building workshops at Lost Valley Educational Center. Several years of work as a research engineer in Industrial Ecology has provided him with a mastery of carbon accounting and the broader life cycle assesment tools, as well as an excellent understanding of the environmental impacts of the built environment and its use.     Drew Derrick, P.E. Senior Mechanical Engineer (Portland Office) Drew Derrick is an experienced project manager with twelve years of experience designing HVAC systems for government, academic and corporate clients worldwide. He joined SOLARC's Portland office in June 2007 after working for RTKL in Baltimore for 10 years. Drew is committed to sustainable living and looks forward to strengthening his portfolio of sustainable design projects.     Peter Stevens, P.E. Mechanical Engineer (Portland Office) Peter Stevens has a long held interest in sustainable design and energy efficiency and over 5 years experience researching energy technologies with the Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory. He has over 2 years direct experience in HVAC design, including work on hospitals, schools, and high technology facilities. Peter has also taught engineering technology at Portland Community College.     John Alberte Commissioning Agent John Alberte blends "hands-on" expertise in digital control systems with an overall understanding of HVAC system operations and maintenance gained from years in the field. As lead commissioning agent for SOLARC, this experience is essential in developing system commissioning approaches that are on target and cost effective.     David Blindheim Mechanical Engineering (Portland Office) David Blindheim graduated from Dartmouth College in 2003 and its Thayer School of Engineering in 2004. He has worked with SOLARC since then, designing mechanical systems for residential, light commercial, industrial, educational, and healthcare facilities. David has experience with the design of a variety of innovative and energy efficient technologies, including solar thermal, ground source heat pump, variable refrigerant flow, heat recovery, hydronic radiant floor, as well as more traditional HVAC systems. He has worked in the Portland office since it opened in 2006.     Brian Grosklos Architectural Intern (Portland Office) With seven years of experience in architecture and related fields, Brian Grosklos is well versed in CAD and has strong architectural rendering skills in a variety of media. His project experience includes work on commercial, high-tech, institutional, religious, single and multi-family housing, including residential design work.     Ryan Mayfield Electrical Designer Ryan Mayfield has over 8 years experience as a designer of energy efficiency / sustainability systems, with an emphasis on solar photovoltaic systems.     Kelsy Laughnan Architectural Intern Kelsy Laughnan graduated from the University of Oregon Architecture School with a bachelors in Architecture in 2004.  Kelsy has just finished her internship and is preparing for the architectural licensing exam.  Kelsy has a variety of experience that ranges from designing and building her own home to large scale commercial designs.     William Pace Drafter William Pace has over 15 years professional experience generating construction documents for new and remodeled building projects, both residential and commercial. He makes site visits to produce as-built drawings of existing structures and systems, coordinates design development between architects and all disciplines of engineering, and fields questions from contractors regarding projects under construction.     Boz Van Houten Energy Analyst Boz Van Houten has an AS degree in Energy Management and has been working with Solarc primarily as an energy analyst since 2000. Boz often works within the Integrated Energy Design process, informing owners, architects and engineers of the energy implications of their building designs, and helping them develop more efficient design solutions. Experience includes a variety of medical, educational, food market and office buildings. Boz also contributes to the design and programming of customized PLC controls for ground coupled heat pump systems.    Rick Crawford Energy Analyst Rick Crawford graduated from the Energy Management Program at Lane Community College in 2005. As an Energy Analyst, he works closely with colleagues and clients to create high performance energy efficient buildings. Rick’s experience includes building modeling, basic lighting design, and calculating/documenting savings for LEED certification and daylighting analysis.     Kai Cunningham Energy Analyst Kai Cunningham joined Solarc Architecture and Engineering Inc. as an intern in 2006 with a willingness to work hard and a determination to never stop learning. Rewarded for this mentality with a full-time position, Kai continues to motivate others with his work ethic and his phenomenal skills in both Energy Analyst support and Mechanical Engineer Design Support. He also balances this heavy workload with schooling, attending his final year in the Energy Management Program at Lane Community College.   Jordon Gross Energy Analyst Intern Jordon Gross is finishing the energy management program at Lane Community College as an intern with SOLARC. He joined our firm in June 2008 specifically because of our firm's reputation for high quality energy analysis and integrated design, as well as the motivation to make a positive change. Working at SOLARC offers Jordon an opportunity to apply his knowledge, and broaden his perspective on energy analysis.       Michael McClendon Engineering Intern Michael McClendon is currently a student of the Energy Management Program at Lane Community College. He graduates this June 2008 and intends to complement his education with further energy analysis and electrical experience over the coming years. While earning B.A. degrees in Anthropology and Spanish at the University of Texas at San Marcos in 2004, he became aware of the need for global energy conservation and management. His career goals include promoting energy efficiency with an emphasis on sustainability and renewable energy.     Jodi Sommers Marketing Director Jodi Sommers brings over 20 years of professional marketing experience to SOLARC.  She joined SOLARC, because she believes in our core mission – of designing sustainable, energy efficient buildings.  Jodi is an active member of the American Marketing Association, and led the local chapter to an award winning year as Chapter President from July 2003 to June 2004.  She looks forward to becoming involved in the Society for Marketing Professional Services.   Catherine Fulbright Business Manager Catherine Fulbright joined SOLARC in June of 2006 to perform all bookkeeping responsibilities including payroll, assist in financial project management and resource allocations, and provide financial forecasts.   Tanesha Hyde Office Manager A staff member since 1998, Tanesha Hyde is responsible for Human Relations, Insurance, Project Contract Administration, office support staff, computer and network functionality, and the daily administrative needs of SOLARC.    Dylan Kohn Administrative Assistant With a background in customer service and marketing, Dylan joined SOLARC in 2007 to provide administrative support to the staff. Dylan works closely with the Marketing Department in graphic design, layout, and creation of proposals. He also works as IT Support Liaison, as well as providing assistance to the Office and Business Managers.     Kris Konrady Administrative Assistant Kris is a recent transplant from Iowa and is enjoying the Oregon weather very much. She has a BA in Theology and is planning to attend the University of Oregon grad school in either Art or Architecture in the near future. In the office, she's the go-to gal for all things miscellaneous, but not trivial.     Colita Office Cat Colita joined SOLARC’s Eugene staff in the spring of 2006. For Colita, working at SOLARC is not just a job, it’s a lifestyle. She is an indispensable member of our team, despite the fact that she frequently sleeps on the job.