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.

"I believe in the power of people to make a difference. I believe in real, honest value. I believe in creative solutions to even the most challenging problems. I'm thrilled to bring my expertise, my experience, and my passions to supporting more communities and more clients."

Dianne Herrin, CEM, LEED AP | Senior Program Manager
Dianne has more than 13 years of experience providing technical research and strategic communications services as well as 10 years of municipal work in energy conservation, energy efficiency and sustainability. She authored the nation's first ENERGY STAR ordinance for new commercial construction. She led the Borough of West Chester through the first municipal, community-wide greenhouse gas inventory in Chester County and created/implemented the Borough's successful Climate Action Plan. Dianne is also the Mayor of West Chester Borough.
"My passion has always been protecting the environment. I love helping clients see their potential to save money and energy, while improving comfort and indoor air quality. I also enjoy communicating with stakeholders about the many ways they can achieve their sustainability goals."

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.
"I knew in college that I wanted a career in energy and sustainability. I love being able to have a direct impact on making buildings in our community comfortable, healthy and efficient. As a mechanical engineer, my focus is on environmental and energy sustainability and applying that to projects."

Lindsey Walaski, LEED AP | 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.
"I love to use my technical degree towards environmental protection and urban sustainability. My focus is finding opportunities for energy savings in buildings and designing educational programs to increase awareness of energy and sustainability. I enjoy using my experience in the energy sector to advocate for green building and renewable energy legislation."

Kate Lyons | Graduate Geologist
Kate will be graduating from Temple University in August of this year. She will be coming on board initially as an intern and then transitioning to full time designation after graduation.

"I have always been interested in how people interact with the environment. I enjoy working in the public service setting, and I have a passion for urban sustainability. Also, did I mention that I love data and working with GIS?"

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Energy and Sustainability Services: Meet the Team