White Plains, NY, June 3, 2003 - ConEdison Solutions, a leading energy services provider, recently presented its Energy Education Award to Michel Rimpel, director of engineering and security for the United Nations International School in New York City.

 

The award recognizes individuals who have set an example for facilities managers across the country through their proactive approach to energy efficiency and their efforts to educate others about proper energy management.

 

"Michel Rimpel has worked tirelessly to educate facility managers about ways to make properties more energy-efficient and more secure," said JoAnn Ryan, president and CEO of ConEdison Solutions.  "He also serves as a role model through the extensive systems upgrades he has implemented at the United Nations International School."

 

Mr. Rimpel has more than 20 years experience in engineering, construction, maintenance and security of hotels and educational facilities. 
 
In February, Mr. Rimpel hosted an Energy Summit at the school to educate facility managers on energy security challenges and techniques, as well as energy deregulation issues.

 

Mr. Rimpel has completed numerous energy efficiency projects at the United Nations International School, including lighting upgrades and improvements in HVAC systems. With the help of ConEdison Solutions he is upgrading the electric motors and variable speed drives at the facility. 

 

Founded in 1947 by a group of United Nations parents and governed by the United Nations board of trustees, the United Nations International School (UNIS) was built in 1972 by Secretary General U Thant with a donation from the Ford Foundation. UNIS educates students from kindergarten through twelfth grade, with a college preparatory curriculum for leading colleges and universities all over the world and greater New York City communities. UNIS has become an archetype for international schools around the world and developing acceptance of the International Baccalaureate diploma. With an enrollment of 1,450 students from 115 countries, the school's multi-national staff represents 70 nations with facilities in Manhattan and Queens.

 

Mr. Rimpel attended New York University (CFM) Turner School (Refrigeration), Pratt (Construction Management) and John Jay College of Criminal Justice (Certified Protection Professional).  He has published works in ASIS' Security Management Magazine and is an executive board member of the American Society for Heating Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Engineers (ASHRAE).  Mr. Rimpel is also a member of the International Facility Managers Association (IFMA), Building Owners and Managers Association (BOMA) and the American Society for Industrial Security (ASIS). 

 

He lives in New Jersey with his wife and two children. 

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