Insights & News

In the small town of Goldendale, Washington, a bold experiment is underway that could change the way hospitals think about backup power. Klickitat Valley Health (KVH), a rural hospital, has embarked on an ambitious project to augment its aging diesel generators with hydrogen fuel cell technology. Led by Jonathan Lewis, the hospital’s Director of Support Services, this initiative highlights both the potential and first mover challenges of integrating hydrogen power into healthcare.

In Ontario, California, a groundbreaking project has transformed the healthcare industry. The Kaiser Ontario Microgrid involved the deployment of a 9MWh battery, a 1MW fuel cell, and a 1.8MW solar PV system to provide normal power and supplement emergency power for the Kaiser Ontario Campus.

The future of the built environment is not just carbon-neutral; it is carbon-intelligent—sensing, learning, and adapting in real time. Every facility can become a data-rich learning tool, revealing the pulse of energy, water, and carbon. Climate action is no longer an isolated initiative. It is embedded in operations, decision-making, and culture.

Mazzetti has proudly published its first Just label from the International Living Future Institute (ILFI). This achievement marks a significant milestone in Mazzetti's ongoing commitment to social justice, equity, and overall transparency in reporting.

We are excited to welcome Greg Liles to Mazzetti as our Director of Technology Consulting.

Data centers are crucial for the digital world, housing critical infrastructure that supports everything from cloud computing to AI-driven applications. As demand for data processing continues to surge, engineers and designers face unique challenges in ensuring efficiency, reliability, and sustainability.

Mazzetti is delighted to announce that Jon Utech has joined our team as Senior Director of Sustainability Strategy & Finance.  HOW DID YOU GET INTO YOUR SPECIFIC LINE OF WORK? WHAT ABOUT THIS ROLE EXCITES YOU? I work in sustainability because it aligns my skills and experience with an area that is important to the world.  Moving the needle in sustainability in healthcare means integrating environmental health into how we run our systems which will positively impact human health and that's about as cool a thing as you can do in my mind!

Mazzetti is delighted to announce that Charles Wales has joined our team as a Senior Commissioning Authority. Charles brings over three decades of invaluable experience in commercial and healthcare facilities. Charles has developed extensive expertise in controls, HVAC, and central plants. His diverse background includes roles as a contractor, operator, project manager, and commissioning agent, which have equipped him with a unique understanding of building systems and efficient solutions.

We are pleased to announce that Michael Gilmore, LEED AP, Assoc. DBIA, HFDP, has joined our team as a Principal. With a career spanning four decades, Mike brings a wealth of experience and specialized expertise in the healthcare sector.  Michael's professional journey includes significant roles within major construction groups and pre-construction groups, specifically excelling in Integrated Project Delivery (IPD), Design/Build, Progressive Design Build, Design Assist, and CMAR delivery methods. During his tenure at Control Air Ent., LLC, he led the MEP scope on projects. Michael is a member of ASHE, CSHE, ASHRAE, and DBIA. 

As a member of the IFHE, Mazzetti took the lead in coordinating teams of volunteers to respond swiftly to WHO's calls for assistance. This collaborative endeavor encompassed more than just teams; it represented a coming together of minds from various disciplines and geographies. The efforts of these volunteers went beyond 24 teams, spanning over 25 countries. This statistic underscores the global scale and influence of such collaborative initiatives. 

We are thrilled to announce that Jenna McClure, PE, has joined Mazzetti as a Senior Mechanical Engineer. Jenna launched her technical career in 2004 and has amassed a wealth of experience in various market sectors. She has significant expertise in multiple project delivery methods such as Bid/Spec, Progressive Design Build, Design Assist, and Design Collaboration.