Energy Efficiency Sustainability Uncategorized Department of Energy Launches 179D Portal The Inflation Reduction Act of 2022 revised the 179D deduction, creating two pathways to compliance. The Department of Energy (DOE) has launched the 179D Portal, making it easier for building owners to estimate federal tax deductions for energy-efficient improvements. This new tool helps evaluate potential deductions through both traditional and alternative compliance pathways for qualifying upgrades, starting in tax … Continued
Company News Newly Appointed Senior Associate Principals Wendel, a nationally recognized architecture, engineering, energy efficiency, and construction management firm, is pleased to announce elevated owners. Newly appointed Senior Associate Principals include George Barbari, PE, CEM; Matt Baron, PE; Ruslan Belous, Dave Kenyon, RLA, ASLA, LEED AP; and Justin Parish, RA. This appointment recognizes professionals for their exemplary leadership and commitment to excellence. … Continued
Architecture Company News Amber Holycross Promoted to Principal We are pleased to announce that Amber Holycross, AIA, LEED AP ID+C has been promoted to Principal, recognizing her exemplary leadership and commitment to excellence. Amber is Wendel’s Vice President of Architecture and our first female Practice Area Leader. She is responsible for managing the firm’s national architecture portfolio and team, including over 85 architects … Continued
Company News Uncategorized Wendel Appoints New Associate Principals Wendel is pleased to announce its 2025 new ownership class. Newly appointed Associate Principals include Daniel Audette, PE, CEM; Laura Eysnogle, AIA, RA, WRID; John Grabowski, ESA; Jennifer Grimmer, MBA; Richard Johnson, PLS; Shane Meegan, EIT; Nicole Piotrowicz, and Rebecca Przepiora. This appointment recognizes professionals for their exemplary leadership and commitment to excellence. Dan Audette … Continued
Uncategorized Who is Wendel? Meet Leslie Villone, Proposal Coordinator Meet Leslie Villone, one of our Proposal Coordinators. Leslie has two cats, enjoys going to Sabres games, reading, and spending time with her husband and their friends. What does a day in your work life look like? I primarily work in the architecture-focused proposal field, where business opportunities may originate from private/corporate businesses or public … Continued
K12 Who is Wendel? Meet Justin Parish, Sr. Associate Principal We’d like to introduce you to Justin Parish, RA, K-12 Market Leader and Sr. Associate Principal. Justin is an Architect with over 10 years of experience working on K-12 schools, midrise mixed-use commercial buildings, multifamily housing, and hotels. He grew up in Orchard Park, NY and now resides in Youngstown, NY. In his spare time … Continued
Energy Efficiency Wendel Reaccredited by NAESCO We are thrilled to announce that Wendel Energy Services has been reaccredited by the National Association of Energy Service Companies, (NAESCO). Wendel Energy Services now has accreditation as an Energy Service Company through November 2027. We have proudly been an accredited ESCO since 2008. Learn more Learn more about Wendel Energy Services. Learn more about … Continued
Energy Efficiency Who is Wendel? Meet Keith Krug, Sr. Associate Principal We’d like to introduce you to Keith Krug, Sr. Associate Principal. Keith is an Energy Engineer with over 25 years of experience. Keith works with all types of clients working towards helping them achieve their energy efficiency goals. In his spare time, Keith enjoys spending time with his family, taking advantage of the Western New … Continued
Uncategorized 2024 Brick by Brick Awards Winners This year, three Wendel Projects were honored at the Buffalo Business First Bick by Brick Awards. The Buffalo AKG Art Museum The Albright-Knox Art Gallery Board of Directors launched the AK360 Campus Development and Expansion Project in 2014 to expand and upgrade the original 1905 and 1962expansion facilities. The proposed program for this project consists … Continued
Uncategorized Who is Wendel? Meet John Grabowski, Project Manager/Ecologist Meet Wendel’s Project Manager and Ecologist, John Grabowski. John grew up in Middleport, NY waking up with cows outside his bedroom window. Now, he wakes up to a different view, residing in Buffalo’s Elmwood Village. What does a day in your work life look like? I like to get to the gym or go for … Continued