Heidi Werner
About Heidi Werner
Heidi Werner Senior Director Policy & Ratings
Heidi Werner serves as the Senior Director of Policy & Ratings at Energy Solutions. In this role, she manages the company's building codes practice, contributing to significant advancements in policy and standards within the energy sector. Her expertise in regulatory frameworks and compliance is crucial to her leadership in coordinating advocacy efforts and executing strategic initiatives.
Role in Managing Energy Solutions' Building Codes Practice
As the manager of Energy Solutions' building codes practice, Heidi Werner oversees a comprehensive range of activities aimed at enhancing building standards. This includes coordinating advocacy work through the California Statewide Utility Codes and Standards Team, where she plays a pivotal role in driving policy changes and ensuring compliance. Her leadership ensures that the practice meets its objectives in promoting energy-efficient building codes.
Advocacy Activities for California Building Code
Heidi Werner coordinates advocacy activities for the California building code through the California Statewide Utility Codes and Standards Team. This involves extensive collaboration and strategic planning to promote and implement energy-efficient building standards across the state. Her work has been instrumental in the successful adoption of numerous code changes that align with energy efficiency goals.
Managing Consulting Firms and Public Stakeholder Meetings
In her role, Heidi Werner oversees 18 consulting firms, ensuring that their efforts align with the overarching goals of Energy Solutions. She has also managed the execution of over 25 public stakeholder meetings, facilitating constructive dialogue and feedback on building code practices and policies. These meetings play a crucial role in shaping effective and widely accepted building standards.
Contributions to Code Changes and Requirements Adoption
Heidi Werner has significantly contributed to the adoption of 54 unique code changes. Her work in evaluating the technical and economic feasibility of nonresidential solar-ready requirements for California's building code showcases her detailed approach and commitment to sustainable solutions. Additionally, she has been an advocate for water efficiency requirements for various fixtures, influencing statewide building code and appliance standards.