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Bob Fassbender is the founder of Energy-Models.com and Fassbender Energy Advisory. A former Trane software engineer and instructor, Bob has more than 20 years of experience in energy modeling, building performance, utility incentives, and energy strategy.
His work spans whole-building energy modeling, calibration, independent technical review, decarbonization planning, utility incentive strategy, renewable energy analysis, and owner advisory services. Bob has supported projects ranging from commercial buildings and utility programs to large-scale data center developments involving power infrastructure, geothermal systems, heat recovery, and long-term energy planning.
Through Energy-Models.com, Bob has trained thousands of energy professionals in eQUEST, OpenStudio, EnergyPlus, LEED modeling, and building performance analysis. He continues to advise owners, engineers, architects, and developers on energy-related decisions while exploring emerging technologies such as artificial intelligence, machine learning, and advanced building analytics.