Simplifying and Accelerating Colorado’s Energy Transition

Veregy Colorado

Veregy is a full-service Energy Services Company that focuses on implementing and installing creative, well-engineered energy, facility, and infrastructure improvement solutions that exceed client expectations and savings goals. As a Colorado-based team with a strong national presence, Veregy delivers a local customer service experience for clients throughout the State of Colorado while also providing all the benefits of a national firm.

Why Partner With Veregy For Your Next Project?
  • Local Experience: We have a dedicated Colorado team at your service. From IGA to account management, a local Colorado representative will be managing each step of our client’s project.
  • Grant Funding: We are experts in sourcing state grant funding in Colorado. We have helped our clients find significant funding for their renewable energy projects. Rather than relying on your limited budgets or taxpayer funding, our projects maximize energy and operational cost savings to pay for your project.
  • Guaranteed Results: On many projects, the cost savings we propose are guaranteed, meaning that if you don’t generate the expected savings, we will write you a check for the difference. We have never missed a guarantee!
  • Enhanced Environments: From classrooms to community spaces to employee workspaces and beyond, we help you improve comfort within your spaces so that your stakeholders can be proud of the environments where they learn, work, play, and live.
  • Cutting-Edge Technology & Support: Our in-house engineers are experts in building automation and have developed smart building technologies to help you automate tedious processes, monitor facility system performance in real time, measure key performance indicators, and deliver optimal results. Our team remains engaged and offers ongoing support to ensure you maintain positive outcomes for years to come.
  • Unmatched Client Satisfaction: Enjoy peace of mind with a partner you can count on to exceed expectations. Veregy has earned an exceptional client satisfaction rating, and most clients are so pleased that they engage in multiple project phases with us.
  • Colorado Energy Office Partnership: Veregy is pre-qualified through the CEO to deliver EPC projects as an ESCO through the States EPC Program.
Contact Our Colorado Team

Veregy Colorado Office

7535 E Hampden, Suite 400
Denver, CO 80231
veregymarketing@veregy.com

K-12 Education

As a leader in the K-12 market and a partner to many Colorado school districts, Veregy is well-versed in K-12 facilities. We have developed innovative solutions to help you use energy and operational cost savings to fund your facility upgrades without relying on taxpayer dollars.

Our team is comprised of experts in energy and facility improvements who understand the unique challenges and opportunities in Colorado schools. Our engineers are experts in HVAC, lighting, building envelope, building automation/controls, and smart building technologies to deliver optimal savings and operational efficiency, as well as healthy, comfortable learning environments for students, staff, and community members.

Veregy has been thoroughly vetted and selected by member districts to provide high-quality facility improvements with expedited procurement and competitive pricing. Let Veregy help you achieve your education, financial, operational, and community goals.

Local Government

Cities and counties throughout Colorado are faced with the challenges of upkeeping public amenities with limited budgets. Veregy has helped local government clients fund critical capital improvement projects that address aging infrastructure, inefficient building systems, and deferred maintenance by upgrading HVAC, lighting, building envelope, building automation/controls, cutting-edge smart building technologies, and more.

Engage with Veregy for a no-cost facility needs assessment or long-term master planning to uncover where you can drive utility savings and operational efficiency. Advance your sustainability goals and move towards net-zero emissions by upgrading your failing equipment to efficient technology that is both easier and less costly to operate and maintain. By utilizing guaranteed energy and operational cost savings to fund infrastructure improvements, you can avoid incurring debt, exhibit stewardship of taxpayer funds, and enhance your community.

Veregy has been thoroughly vetted and selected by member organizations to provide high-quality facility improvements with expedited procurement and competitive pricing. Join the other cities and counties in Colorado that have leveraged Veregy to achieve their financial, operational, and community goals.

Higher Education

Veregy brings a deep understanding of higher education infrastructure, offering innovative solutions tailored to harness energy and operational savings to finance vital facility upgrades. Partner with us to transform your campus into an energy-efficient, cost-effective, and comfortable environment for students, staff, and your local community.

Our team of engineers are experts in implementing HVAC, lighting, building envelope, building automation/controls, and cutting-edge smart building technologies in both the public and private sector. Leveraging our expertise, we optimize savings and operational efficiency across your institution, ensuring every aspect of your facility operates at peak performance.

Embrace decarbonization and pave the way towards net-zero emissions by replacing outdated equipment with efficient technologies to reduce energy and operations costs and streamline maintenance. With Veregy, your institution can achieve its sustainability goals while enhancing the quality of campus life.

Aviation & Transportation

Having partnered with 45+ airports across 20+ states, Veregy has the expertise to empower aviation leaders like you to soar to new heights of efficiency and sustainability. Our tailored solutions are designed to optimize energy usage, streamline operations, and reduce costs, all while enhancing the passenger experience.

Our developers have years of experience in occupied buildings and at airports, optimizing central plants, and developing master plans. Dedicated subject matter experts, including electric vehicle charging, distributed energy, digital services, runway lighting and more, are available to bring your project to life. Take advantage of solar energy, vehicle electrification, and other technologies that enable your airport to generate additional revenue to fund capital improvements.

By implementing efficient technologies and embracing renewable energy solutions, we help you move closer to achieving your sustainability goals and net-zero emissions while maintaining operational excellence. Join forces with Veregy and embark on a journey towards a greener, more efficient future for your airport.

Commercial & Industrial

Veregy offers a comprehensive suite of energy services tailored to meet the unique demands of the commercial and industrial sectors. With a focus on manufacturing expertise, we excel in optimizing energy-intensive systems, installing solar and battery storage solutions, managing electric vehicle (EV) fleets, integrating microgrids, and providing ongoing monitoring and management of energy consumption and generation assets.

Our flexible and scalable services are customized to each site, ensuring that we meet all your needs while reducing utility expenses and operational costs. Through meticulous monitoring and management of energy consumption and generation assets, we ensure optimal performance while maximizing your return on investment.

Whether you’re looking to reduce costs, streamline operations, or minimize environmental impact, Veregy has the expertise and resources to deliver results that drive your business forward. Partner with Veregy and unlock the full potential of your commercial and industrial operations. Experience the power of tailored energy solutions that optimize performance, minimize risk, and position your business for long-term success in today’s dynamic marketplace.

Healthcare

At Veregy, we understand the unique challenges healthcare facilities face in Colorado. Veregy’s tailored energy solutions including HVAC, lighting, building envelope, building automation/controls, smart building technologies, and more are designed to tackle rising utility rates, reduce operational costs, and enhance the patient experience. Our expertise extends beyond mere energy efficiency—we’re dedicated to improving building health, light levels, and overall comfort for patients, doctors, and staff alike.

From emergency rooms to waiting rooms, our control systems optimize conditions to ensure patients receive the highest quality care. Moreover, sustainability is at the core of our mission as we work with healthcare providers to meet decarbonization goals, reducing environmental impact while promoting a healthier future for all.

Partner with Veregy to transform your healthcare facility into a beacon of efficiency, comfort, and sustainability. Let us help you achieve your goals while providing exceptional care to those who need it most.

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TESTIMONIALS

“The Durango School District is excited to see this project get underway. We feel fortunate to be working with Veregy, an industry leader in efficiency solutions, to bring solar arrays to six of our schools, while shoring up building envelopes on eight schools and continuing our conversion to energy-efficient lighting throughout the District. We are thrilled to see that this project will not only reduce energy consumption, meeting some of our sustainability goals, but also that the project is budget neutral, which we feel is a huge benefit for our community.”

Chris Coleman

Chief Operations Officer, Durango 9R

“Working with Veregy was a great experience for our Team. They approached our project in a collaborative way that allowed us to explore some creative solutions that may not have been considered had we not been able to build that relationship early. Oscar and the Veregy Team worked hard to understand our needs and get us thinking about different approaches – and then held our hands along the way!”

Scott Trainor

City Manager, City of Fountain

“Beginning with the first discovery meeting with Oscar Rangel and members of the Veregy Team, the communication and follow-through by Veregy has far exceeded my expectations. Their committed team of experts allows for a process that is understandable, thorough and transparent offering me and my team the necessary tools and information to make an informed decision that will prove to be extremely beneficial for our organization.”

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President & CEO, YMCA Pikes Peak

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REGION WEST LEADERSHIP

Vice President of the Western Region

Clayton Boop
Director of Sales

Ben Madsen
Director of Development - Energy

Tom Emanuelson
Director of Operations

Scott Conner
Senior Sales Account Manager

Ron Stalica
Manager of Operations - HVAC

Chris Flores
Manager, Electrical, EMS, DER

Jason Brown
Senior Manager of Marketing and Communications

Cory Scamihorn
Manager of Regional Technology

Michael Bernard
Director of Vehicle Electrification

Scott Wisner
Director of Environmental Health & Safety

Paul Benson, Sr.
Project Developer III - Enterprise Sales

Sumit Ray, PE, CEM, LEED, MS, MBA
Performance Assurance Manager

Amy Nemeth, LEED AP
General Manager, P.E., CEM, CLEP, B.S.M.E.

Staffan Akerstrom
General Manager, CEM, M.S.M.E.

Shiva Subramanya
Senior Sales Account Manager

Shea Dibble
Senior Sales Account Manger, B.S.M.E.

Eric Spink

Vice President of the Western Region

Clayton Boop

With several years of experience in the performance contracting industry, Clayton’s rich understanding of managing operational teams, strategic initiatives, technology, and finance positions him well as the Veregy Vice President of the Western Region. Clayton is a graduate of the University of Denver.

Director of Sales

Ben Madsen

As the Director of the Western Region sales team, Ben leads a team of consultative and collaborative account executives in helping leaders and operations managers throughout the West Coast understand their healthy building, decarbonization, and energy efficiency solutions. He has successfully marketed ESCO projects for over 15 years with millions saved in energy expenses. He holds a Bachelor of Science degree from the University of Toledo.

Director of Development - Energy

Tom Emanuelson

Tom is Midstate Energy’s, now Veregy first Engineer. As a founder of Midstate Energy, a Veregy Company, he brings rich engineering solutions to client facilities and systems. Currently, he is leading development and support for pre-and post-construction projects. He has more than 30 years of experience in designing and constructing energy systems. He holds a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Minnesota.

Director of Operations

Scott Conner

Scott’s responsibilities include construction management, field coordination, and negotiating contracts with subcontractors. He has 34 years of experience in HVAC and electrical construction services, including project management and quality control program implementation. Scott’s education includes the Universal CFC License, OSHA 510 certification and multiple professional contracting licenses, as well as attendance at the State University of New York at Oswego.

Senior Sales Account Manager

Ron Stalica

As one of the original founders of Midstate Energy, a Veregy Company, Ron is passionate about building relationships. With more than 25 years in the energy and construction field, Ron brings his skillset to the team by consulting with school districts, and municipalities throughout the Southwest. Most recently, he is working to expand the Texas markets

Manager of Operations - HVAC

Chris Flores

Chris is responsible for the Western Region Service Department. As Director of Energy Management Services, he implements, schedules and is responsible for quality control on all Energy Management Services projects that Veregy implements in the Western Region. He also trains and mentors apprentices in the industry. He has attended both Arizona State University and Mesa Community College.

Manager, Electrical, EMS, DER

Jason Brown

Jason brings two decades of electrical trade experience and leads a large percentage of our electrical division. He ensures operations are on target and running smoothly. His holistic understanding of multiple trades, including distributed energy, makes him a valuable resource to our employees and clientele.

Jason holds a certificate in Construction Management from the Alliance for Construction Excellence and is also OSHA 30 Hour Certified. Additionally, he completed the Electrical and PLC Services program at NIT.

Senior Manager of Marketing and Communications

Cory Scamihorn

Cory manages the marketing initiatives for Veregy’s Western Region, including developing thought leadership for our clients, networking organizations, tradeshows, website, social media, marketing campaigns,  and proposals. Cory spent time in the U.S. House of Representatives as a congressional intern which provided great insight into the challenges our K12, local and state government clients face on a daily basis, specifically as it relates to resiliency.

Cory has a Bachelor of Science in Political Science and Government from Arizona State University.

Manager of Regional Technology

Michael Bernard

Michael designs, installs, programs, and monitors Building Automation Systems, some of which have saved customers close to 50% on their electric bills. He also has experience with project management and has a reputation for for trying new things and thinking outside of the box. He holds a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering from The Ohio State University. 

Director of Vehicle Electrification

Scott Wisner

As a former transit professional and innovator with several years experience working for Valley Metro RPTA, Scott joined the Veregy team in 2021 to head up our vehicle electrification division. Scott is responsible for working directly with municipalities, schools and transit customers to deliver EV fleet and infrastructure plans and solutions that support your organizations needs.

Director of Environmental Health & Safety

Paul Benson, Sr.

Paul Benson has been in the construction industry for over 25 years. Most recently, he has been the Regional Safety Director of the largest steel erector/fabricator in the US. He utilizes his knowledge, skills, and hands-on experience to develop practical and compliant programs and policies. His responsibilities, in part, will be to maintain a safe and healthy job site, work with local subcontractors to ensure they follow Veregy company policies and work with National Insurance and Risk programs to ensure compliance and risk reduction.

Paul has a certificate of completion with the International Associate of Bridge, Structural and Ornamental Iron Workers, as well as being a certified OSHA Authorized Construction Trainer. He is also an accredited Safety Manager Specialist, from the Board of Certified Safety Professionals.

 

Project Developer III - Enterprise Sales

Sumit Ray, PE, CEM, LEED, MS, MBA

Sumit Ray is the Principal Engineer and the Center of Excellence lead at CTS. Sumit focuses on developing and managing energy infrastructure projects for K-12 schools, municipalities, large commercial, industrial and educational clients. Also, as a decarbonization practice lead, provides consulting services for utility & energy infrastructure master planning, district energy, combined heat & power, renewable energy and GHG reduction strategies.

As a Center of Excellence lead, Sumit is responsible for developing standardized processes, tools and templates for efficient project development. This is a cloud-based platform for remote access by all engineers.

Sumit has more than 28 years of industry experience. He has PE license for multiple states. He earned a Master of Science in industrial and systems engineering from the University of Florida and an executive MBA from Michigan State University.

Performance Assurance Manager

Amy Nemeth, LEED AP

Amy has been an energy services leader for 29 years, honing her focus on quality and performance. She manages teams of engineers and project management staff to develop and deliver turnkey facility improvements on time and on budget. Amy leverages her extensive knowledge of mechanical and control systems for the design of new systems that maximize efficiency, comfort, and investment for the client. Her responsibilities include design, energy analysis, estimating and coordination to bring projects to contract while ensuring client needs are met throughout the process. Amy has a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering from Kansas State University. 

Additional:Certified Energy Manager, Certified Sustainable Development Professional

General Manager, P.E., CEM, CLEP, B.S.M.E.

Staffan Akerstrom

With over 20 years of experience in the energy industry Staffan Akerstrom has extensive experience in energy efficiency, power generation, renewables, and energy software-as-a-service. Staffan’s work has included program management, project development, operations management, project/construction management, and product development.

Staffan is a co-founder of Enpowered Solutions, now a Veregy company, and has been an invited panel member in many energy and sustainability forums including the International Dairy Foods Association, Calit2 at UC Irvine, Pacific Region CHP Applications Center, and FMA. Staffan has been quoted in several publications such as Food Engineering and Distributed Energy on topics of sustainability, water management, distributed generation, and energy management. He has also served as a host of a Webcast discussing Energy Intelligence.

Previously Staffan was the co-founder of EPS Corp, where he commercialized one of the first real-time sustainability software-as-a-service platforms and was also EVP-GM for the enterprise energy management business of Ameresco Intelligent Systems. He has developed multiple onsite generation projects of various technologies nationally, including biogas and natural gas-fired IC engines, gas turbines, and also photovoltaic systems. His energy efficiency expertise includes HVAC, refrigeration, compressed air, steam, and hot water systems for both commercial and industrial facilities.

Staffan earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering and is a California Licensed Professional Engineer, Certified Energy Manager, and Certified Lighting Efficiency Professional.

General Manager, CEM, M.S.M.E.

Shiva Subramanya

With over 20 years of broad experience in the energy industry, Shiva Subramanya is a seasoned energy executive with expertise in technical development, product development, energy engineering, and project/construction management of many projects. A highly regarded energy professional, Shiva co-founded EPS Corporation and Enpowered Solutions, now a Veregy Company and is a frequent speaker on wide-ranging energy and environmental issues across the country. He also has published papers in the energy industry.

Most recently Shiva was EVP-GM at Ameresco where he ran the energy efficiency and demand response business for Ameresco Intelligent Systems. His responsibilities included the development and design of the automated demand response business. His technical expertise includes cogeneration, refrigeration, boilers, HVAC, central plants, and controls.

Shiva’s impressive experience also includes responsibility for the design of software to control building management system response to real-time pricing signals from utilities. He was also instrumental in the development of an enterprise energy management software and automated demand response software for EPS Corp. He has also taught graduate-level energy courses at Portland State University.

Shiva earned a Master of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering. He is a also Certified Energy Manager, a member of ASHRAE, and the Association of Energy Engineers.

Senior Sales Account Manager

Shea Dibble

An experienced operations, demand-side management, energy regulatory and policy and strategic business development professional, Shea Dibble has over 20 years of experience in the energy and industrial/manufacturing market sectors. His 10-year career with the Sempra Energy utilities spanned several positions at Southern California Gas Company and later at San Diego Gas & Electric.

As SDG&E’s Energy Programs Supervisor, Shea directed staff in the deployment and administration of integrated energy efficiency and demand response programs and was the non-residential lead for the development of the California Energy Commission’s legislated Long Term Strategic Plan.

Shea served as a Sempra Energy Utility HVAC Lead for California’s Statewide Long Term Energy Efficiency Strategic Plan, and the Western HVAC Performance Alliance (WHPA) Steering Committee. He is a co-Founder of the Western HVAC Performance Alliance and PerformanceAlliance.org.

Most recently, Shea held the position of Associate Director of Business Development and later Associate Director of HVAC Program Operations for Portland Energy Conservation Inc. where he was responsible for strategic planning, client and customer care, program fulfillment and business development. He recently served as the Western HVAC Performance Alliance (WHPA) Co-Director and later as the WHPA’s Director of Regulatory and Policy.

Senior Sales Account Manger, B.S.M.E.

Eric Spink

With over 20 years of experience in energy efficiency, renewable energy, engineering and control systems, Eric Spink has an in-depth expertise in project development and design, and project and services management. He has over ten years of executive management experience as vice president of a large energy services company, president of a renewable energy and control system integration company, and vice president and chief operating officer for a general engineering contractor.

He was responsible for running an enterprise energy management’s services group that consisted of a team of professional engineers, energy engineers, and energy analysts responsible for meeting or exceeding customers’ long-term sustainability and energy reduction goals and ensuring customer satisfaction. He has extensive experience in photovoltaic system design and installation, and control system design, programming, and integration. He has broad expertise in big data analytics and possesses a solid awareness and comprehension of its correlation with strategic business interests and everyday operations.

Eric earned a Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Southern California.

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