Baltimore, Md. – RMF Engineering announced today that Tim Griffin, PE, CEM, LEEP AP, principal in charge of the firm’s Raleigh, Charlotte, and Atlanta offices, was inducted as vice chair of International District Energy Association (IDEA) at the association’s annual conference on June 28. In his new role, Griffin is responsible for overseeing the association’s strategic planning, reviewing the association’s organizational structure and advising as needed, as well as performing the duties of the chair when necessary. Upon successful completion of his one-year term as vice chair, Griffin will be appointed chair of IDEA.
“Being active in IDEA over the years has been incredibly rewarding for both my personal and professional growth. I have had the opportunity to work with a strong leadership team, constantly learn about the district energy industry and mentor in the organization under Bob Smith, a previous IDEA chairman and long time principal at RMF Engineering,” said Griffin. “I am honored to be the new vice chair of the association and will continue my commitment to helping IDEA achieve its goals and to advancing RMF as a district energy leader.”
A member of IDEA for 17 years, Griffin has been actively involved in the organization, previously serving as second vice chair, board member, U.S. Green Building Council liaison and technical chair. Griffin is a seasoned speaker and author who has written about district energy for American School & University Magazine and HPAC Engineering Magazine, and regularly contributes to IDEA’s quarterly publication, District Energy Magazine.
In his 18-year tenure at RMF Engineering, Griffin has helped develop the firm’s Raleigh, N.C. office into an award-winning team, counting Duke University, North Carolina State University and the University of North Carolina among its clients. He has also overseen the establishment of successful offices in Charlotte, N.C. and Atlanta, GA.
Griffin earned his bachelor of science in mechanical engineering from North Carolina State University and his masters of business administration from Colorado State University.
About RMF Engineering
Founded in 1983, RMF Engineering (www.rmf.com) provides planning, design, engineering, commissioning and facility assessment services globally to clients in the healthcare, higher education, laboratory/research and government sectors. The firm leads the industry in the development of new engineering production methods and technologies, including Building Information Modeling (BIM), carbon reduction strategies, and in-depth assessment technologies. A privately held company headquartered in Baltimore, Maryland, RMF has more than 215 employees in 11 U.S. offices.
