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Michael S. Heinrich, PE, LEED AP, recently passed his examination to earn the ASHRAE-Certified Building Energy Modeling Professional (BEMP) designation. The exam identifies engineers who
understand modeling principles and can accurately apply building energy quotient standards during the construction process.
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Heinrich, who has been a Mechanical Engineer with West Plains Engineering, Inc. since 2001, demonstrated his ability to model new and existing buildings and systems with their
full range of physics, ensuring energy-efficient outcomes. Also a LEED-AP certified professional by the U.S. Green Building Council, Heinrich has a dedication to energy conservation and smart design.
The BEMP certification program was developed in collaboration with the U.S. affiliate of the International Building Performance Simulation Association (IBPSA-USA) and the Illuminating Engineering Society of North America (IESNA).