Stephen Michael Self
Principal – Sustainable Ideas
IREC ISPQ Registered Assessor - IREC
Stephen’s primary focus is on building and sustaining mutually rewarding and successful relationships with contractors, manufacturers, distributors and industry organizations. Stephen is responsible for developing partnering strategy and executing joint marketing plans that enhance delivery of energy efficient products and services into the marketplace. Stephen partners with national training institutions, utilities, government and affiliated organizations to deliver webinars, business mentoring and operational training for contractor business development and business management activities.
Prior to joining Sustainable Ideas, Stephen started and ran a home performance contracting business, Sustainable Interiors, based in Boulder, Colorado providing energy-efficient options and sustainable building products for remodeling and renovation. As a General Contractor, RESNET HERS Rater, and BPI Building Analyst, Stephen successfully integrated and focused on energy-efficiency and improved indoor-air-quality.
As principal of Sustainable Ideas, Stephen oversees Community Energy Exchange, a mentoring program for energy auditors, general contractors, building trades and home performance contractors serving community non-profits, seniors and veterans.
Stephen presents nationally on topics ranging from energy efficiency, green building, sustainable business practices, comprehensive energy legislation and AIA CES programs. Stephen is instrumental in creating change in organizations transitioning to the new energy economy and expanding existing sustainability initiatives.
Stephen has a Master’s from St. John’s College Graduate Institute, completed an undergraduate degree in Cognitive Science at The Pennsylvania State University, and served as a U.S. Marine.
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