We started out as a few passionate people working above a garage. Now, we are a team of over 70 people, relentlessly pursuing a future where all buildings are efficient, healthy, & resilient.
Thank you to every Logician that has joined our journey and helped us become who we are today.
Timeline of our Journey
This timeline highlights key moments in our journey - our accomplishments, the people who made it happen, and steps that shaped our future. We're excited to see what comes next!
2006
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Steve Byers, Wynne Maggi, & Robby Schwarz Create EnergyLogic
EnergyLogic was created in 2006 when two energy services companies realized they could achieve more by working together than they could by competing. Collectively, they shaped EnergyLogic into a thriving organization. In 2019, after 13 fruitful years of partnership, Robby Schwarz set off on a new adventure. Today, Wynne and Steve remain actively involved in day-to-day operations and visioning for EnergyLogic. Wynne is EnergyLogic’s President & Chief Culture Officer and Steve Byers is the CEO.
In 2006, the founders were joined by Scott Doyle, Charles Stevens, Mark Jabaley, Jennifer Miller, Scott Peters, Andrew McGovern, Todd Snizek, Kathleen Henning*, John Montemayor, Byron Burns, Carissa Sawyer, Mark Eldredge, Fallon Shields, and Sean Enright.
* Current EnergyLogician
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Steve Byers Elected to RESNET® Board of Directors
EnergyLogic’s dedication to bettering our industry goes back to our roots. Steve Byers was elected to the RESNET Board of Directors for the first time in 2006. Steve served 10 consecutive terms on the board, remaining on the board until 2017.
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BizWest Mercury 100 – Ranked 22nd!
The BizWest Mercury 100 list honors Northern Colorado’s fastest-growing private companies. In 2007, we ranked 22nd!
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EnergyLogic and Steve Byers win the Bravo! Emerging Entrepreneur Award
From BizWest: EnergyLogic, the 2007 Bravo! Emerging Entrepreneur, is truly a rising star. The company is preparing to launch several new business ventures that put it beyond the scope of consultant to residential home builders. Read the full write-up here.
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RESNET® Industry Innovation Award
As a young rating company, we found ourselves overwhelmed by the wealth of data that accompanies energy ratings, not to mention all of the tracking needed to manage scheduling, billing, and other logistics. We looked around for an industry specific tool, but nothing existed. So, we created DASHSM (then known as iRate). Over 10 years later, DASH is still a continually evolving, essential part of our operations. Today, over 20 rating companies trust DASH to run their rating business.
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BizWest Mercury 100 – Ranked 8th!
The BizWest Mercury 100 list honors Northern Colorado’s fastest-growing private companies. In 2008, we ranked 8th!
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Headquarters Office Opens in Berthoud
In 2009, we opened our 309 Mountain Avenue office in Berthoud. With time, it became our headquarter office and eventually expanded into the neighboring office space at 311 Mountain. Today, the office is a hub of activity with roughly 30 people, and an additional three or four dogs, working together on any given day.
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ENERGY STAR® Partner of the Year – New Homes Rater/Provider
From the ENERGY STAR website: ENERGY STAR Award Winners lead their industries in the production and sale of energy-efficient products and services, and in the development and adoption of strategies that provide substantial savings in the buildings where we work, and in our homes. All these efforts contribute to reduced emissions and a create a healthy environment. Winners are selected from a network of thousands of ENERGY STAR partners.
This was our first ENERGY STAR Partner of the Year award, so it holds a very special place in our archive!
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BizWest Mercury 100 – Ranked 4th!
The BizWest Mercury 100 list honors Northern Colorado’s fastest-growing private companies. In 2009, we ranked 4th!
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First Annual RaterFest!
We wanted a conference where we could grow as energy professionals, minus the conference staples like drab conference rooms and expensive rates. So, in 2009 we created RaterFest! Now over 10 years strong, RaterFest! is our annual conference for energy professionals offering fresh mountain air, gorgeous venues, unlimited craft beer, top of the line speakers, CEUs, and all-inclusive registration. The most memorable part of the original RaterFest? It’s a tie between the fire dancers and the bouncy house obstacle course. Learn more here.
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Mayor John Hickenlooper Visits EnergyLogic
Mayor John Hickenlooper visited EnergyLogic to learn about our work and recognize our contributions to Colorado, both as a quickly growing start-up and as advocates for a more energy efficient Colorado. Hickenlooper went on to become Colorado’s governor in 2011.
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ENERGY STAR® Partner of the Year – New Homes Rater/Provider
From the ENERGY STAR website: ENERGY STAR Award Winners lead their industries in the production and sale of energy-efficient products and services, and in the development and adoption of strategies that provide substantial savings in the buildings where we work, and in our homes. All these efforts contribute to reduced emissions and a create a healthy environment. Winners are selected from a network of thousands of ENERGY STAR partners.
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BizWest Mercury 100 – Ranked 6th!
The BizWest Mercury 100 list honors Northern Colorado’s fastest-growing private companies. In 2010, we ranked 6th!
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Environmental Stewardship Award from Larimer County
In 2010, we received an Environmental Stewardship Award from Larimer County for our sustained efforts to promote energy efficient new homes. Most notably, by 2010 we were already working with over 100 home builders and had trained more than 400 energy raters and auditors. Read more about our award here.
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ENERGY STAR® Partner of the Year – Sustained Excellence Award
From the ENERGY STAR website: The highest honor among ENERGY STAR Awards is the ENERGY STAR Partner of the Year—Sustained Excellence Award. EPA presents the Sustained Excellence Award to partners that have already received ENERGY STAR Partner of the Year recognition for a minimum of two consecutive years and have gone above and beyond the criteria needed to qualify for recognition.
This was our first of many Sustained Excellence Awards. We’re honored to be a part of growing the ENERGY STAR program!
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Colorado Companies to Watch
Companies to Watch is a national award program that is run statewide, recognizing companies that are growing at sustainable rates and benefiting their community. Each year, hundreds of companies apply and only fifty are selected. In 2011, we were honored to be a Colorado Company to Watch!
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Finalist in the 2011 Bill Daniels Ethics in Business Award
The 2011 Bill Daniels Ethics in Business Award is presented by the Colorado Ethics in Business Alliance and goes to the for-profit enterprise that achieves unwavering adherence to ethical business practice and commitment to the community. EnergyLogic was one of six finalists for this award in 2011.
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ENERGY STAR® Partner of the Year – Sustained Excellence Award
From the ENERGY STAR website: The highest honor among ENERGY STAR Awards is the ENERGY STAR Partner of the Year—Sustained Excellence Award. EPA presents the Sustained Excellence Award to partners that have already received ENERGY STAR Partner of the Year recognition for a minimum of two consecutive years and have gone above and beyond the criteria needed to qualify for recognition.
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Inc. Magazine’s Inc. 5000
In 2012, EnergyLogic made its first appearance on the highly competitive Inc. 5000 list, ranking at spot #2625. A huge accomplishment no matter what, we were exceptionally proud that we earned this reward by staying financially secure during the housing market crisis.
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ENERGY STAR® Partner of the Year – Sustained Excellence Award
From the ENERGY STAR website: The highest honor among ENERGY STAR Awards is the ENERGY STAR Partner of the Year—Sustained Excellence Award. EPA presents the Sustained Excellence Award to partners that have already received ENERGY STAR Partner of the Year recognition for a minimum of two consecutive years and have gone above and beyond the criteria needed to qualify for recognition.
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BizWest Mercury 100
The BizWest Mercury 100 list honors Northern Colorado’s fastest-growing private companies. This award was for 2011-2013.
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Founded EnergyPro Exchange (EPX)
We believe that greatness inspires greatness. So, in 2013 we carefully collected 12 likeminded companies and invited them to join our new collaborative – EPX. Since our launch in January 2014, we’ve been amazed by the strength we’ve found in collaboration. We study business acumen together, collaborate to solve industry challenges, and partner with local and national builders.
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Great Place to Work Designee
In 2014, all of our employees completed the Great Places to Work assessment survey. Based upon their candid responses, we were named a Great Place to Work designee!
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ENERGY STAR® Partner of the Year – Sustained Excellence Award
From the ENERGY STAR website: The highest honor among ENERGY STAR Awards is the ENERGY STAR Partner of the Year—Sustained Excellence Award. EPA presents the Sustained Excellence Award to partners that have already received ENERGY STAR Partner of the Year recognition for a minimum of two consecutive years and have gone above and beyond the criteria needed to qualify for recognition.
This was our 6th Partner of the Year award!
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311 Mountain Avenue Office Opens
In 2014, we needed more space. The hair salon beneath our office closed and we took the opportunity to expand. During the renovation, we removed all of the feather boas, uncovered the beautiful tin ceiling, added a mural, and completely repainted.
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Colorado State Environmental Leadership Program Bronze Winner
The Colorado State Environmental Leadership program recognizes companies that go above and beyond compliance with state and federal regulations, and who are committed to continual environmental improvement. We received the bronze award in 2015.
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Inc. Magazine’s Inc. 5000
In 2014, we made our second appearance on Inc. Magazine’s highly competitive Inc. 5000 list, ranking at spot #4922.
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Terrapass Partnership Begins
We are always looking for better ways to understand and manage our corporate business responsibilities. We want to be sure that our work to promote efficient, healthy, and resilient homes is done in the most responsible way possible.
In 2015, we began partnering with Terrapass to offset our buildings, utilities, auto fleet, air travel, shipping, and commuting emissions. Through Terrapass, we offset 26.200mT of carbon, every month!
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EnergyLogic Celebrates 10th Anniversary
To celebrate our 10-year anniversary, we had an extra special holiday party at the Governor’s Residence, Boettcher Mansion. It was a night to remember, complete with bow ties, tiaras, and custom cocktails.
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Core Values Launch – ABCDE!
In the words of one of our founders, Wynne Maggi, we already had core values, we lived them; it was just a matter of saying what they are. Since our core value launch in February 2016, our core values have become part of our daily communication. For each core value coin we give each other, EnergyLogic donates $5 to charity.
Our Core Values:
All for One.
Build a Better Mousetrap.
Chase Perfection.
Do the Right Thing.
Energy!
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ENERGY STAR® Partner of the Year – Sustained Excellence Award
From the ENERGY STAR website: The highest honor among ENERGY STAR Awards is the ENERGY STAR Partner of the Year—Sustained Excellence Award. EPA presents the Sustained Excellence Award to partners that have already received ENERGY STAR Partner of the Year recognition for a minimum of two consecutive years and have gone above and beyond the criteria needed to qualify for recognition.
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ENERGY STAR® Partner of the Year – Sustained Excellence Award
This was our 7th time being named an ENERGY STAR® Partner of the Year – Sustained Excellence Award winner! We verified 1,785 ENERGY STAR certified homes in 2017 for a cumulative total of 32,496 homes verified since 2006! Read more about the accomplishments that helped us cross the finish line here!
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New Denver Office at Tradecraft Industries
When we outgrew our Denver office, we wanted to move into a space of like-minded peers. Tradecraft, a co-working space for construction professionals, was the perfect fit! Our new office at Tradecraft gave us room for our monthly rater meetings. Best of all, it’s dog-friendly, just like the Berthoud office!
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Improving the 2018 IECC
In 2017, Robby was a key player in advancing a number of proposals that improved the 2018 IECC in terms of energy efficiency and usability of the code. He was recognized by RESNET Executive Director Steve Baden for his contributions.
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BizWest Mercury 100
In 2018, we were once again honored to rank on the BizWest Mercury 100 list as one of Northern Colorado’s fastest-growing private companies!
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ENERGY STAR® Partner of the Year – Sustained Excellence Award
From the ENERGY STAR website: The highest honor among ENERGY STAR Awards is the ENERGY STAR Partner of the Year—Sustained Excellence Award. EPA presents the Sustained Excellence Award to partners that have already received ENERGY STAR Partner of the Year recognition for a minimum of two consecutive years and have gone above and beyond the criteria needed to qualify for recognition.
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We Win Top Workplace
The Denver Post accepts “Top Workplace” nominations from companies all over the state of Colorado. After the nomination is accepted, the Denver Post partners with Energage to survey each employee at the nominated company. The companies with survey results that indicate the healthiest work environments win. In 2018, we applied for the first time and were one of the winners! We love our culture and think it’s great. It’s great to have outside analysis that shows the same thing!
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Steve Byers Appointed to EEBA Board
Steve Byers was appointed to the EEBA (Energy & Environmental Building Alliance) board in mid-2018. In his own words, “I wanted to join the board to further develop the relationship between HERS® Raters and High Performance builders.”
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ENERGY STAR® Partner of the Year – Sustained Excellence Award
The highest honor among ENERGY STAR Awards is the ENERGY STAR Partner of the Year—Sustained Excellence Award! We were so honored to add another to our collection. To read about the work we completed to earn this award, check out this post!
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Robby Schwarz Sets Off on New Adventures
Robby Schwarz sells his shares back to EnergyLogic, but remains in our hearts.
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EnergyLogic Acquires Sustainably Built!
Sustainably Built is a small firm, very similar to EnergyLogic, but based in Boulder. Our two teams have long worked and played together, and it’s a natural fit for them to join us. We are so excited to have them as a new division of our company and look forward to growing together!
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ENERGY STAR® Partner of the Year – Sustained Excellence Award
This was our 12th ENERGY STAR award! It is a tremendous honor to be recognized by ENERGY STAR for our longstanding commitment to residential energy efficiency and the ENERGY STAR program. EPA presents the Sustained Excellence Award to partners that have already received ENERGY STAR Partner of the Year recognition for a minimum of two consecutive years and have gone above and beyond the criteria needed to qualify for recognition. Read more about why we won here.
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Indoor airPLUSTM Leader of the Year
2020 was a very exciting year for EnergyLogic and Indoor airPLUS! We applied for the market leader award for the first time and won top recognition – Leader of the Year! We were selected due to our commitment to educating builders on the value of third-party verification, demonstrating how building science advances the quality of homes, actively endorsing the Indoor airPLUS program, and much more. Read all about about this momentous award here.
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EnergyLogic Earns B Corp Certification
We’ve had our eye on B Corporations as far back as we can remember. One of the principles behind EnergyLogic is to help create sustainable buildings while also growing a socially responsible and sustainable business. We always envisioned joining a global community of people that use business as a force to do good.
We are very proud of this certification and to share our excitement for what being a Certified B Corp represents. Learn more about why we were inspired to become a B Corp, how it aligns with our mission, and what it means for you!
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EnergyLogic Acquires Green Building Hawaii
As mutual trailblazers in their respective markets, each brings recognized strengths to bear in pursuing sustainability goals. Green Building Hawaii has a long-standing and recognized leadership role in energy and sustainability consulting and inspections on all Hawaiian Islands. EnergyLogic has a similar presence across Colorado.
What has grown from over a decade of partnership has now integrated experience, expertise, and building innovations. Read more about our strategic acquisition.
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ENERGY STAR® Partner of the Year – Sustained Excellence Award
We’re celebrating our 13th ENERGY STAR® award! EnergyLogic’s partnership with ENERGY STAR plays a critical role in our commitment to delivering real climate solutions and leading the way to a clean energy economy. We are grateful for our team of experts who work diligently every day to help our partners achieve their energy goals. Learn more about how EnergyLogic earned this prestigious award.
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ENERGY STAR® 2021 Market Leader Award
The annual ENERGY STAR® Market Leader Award acknowledges organizations that push themselves to help the nation’s homebuyers and residents experience the peace of mind, quality, comfort, and value that comes with living in an ENERGY STAR certified home or apartment. We are incredibly proud of this achievement!
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Indoor airPLUSTM Leader Award
EnergyLogic is honored to receive our second consecutive Indoor airPLUS award! Recognized by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, we received this award for our continued commitment to verify healthy homes through participation in the Indoor airPLUS Program. Read more about how we earned this award.
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ENERGY STAR® Partner of the Year – Sustained Excellence Award
We’re celebrating our 15th ENERGY STAR® award! EnergyLogic’s partnership with ENERGY STAR is critical in our commitment to delivering real climate solutions and leading the way to a clean energy economy. We are grateful for our team of experts who work diligently every day to help our partners achieve their energy goals.
