Dr. Kapil. Varshney, PE, PhD, CEM, CBCP, DBIA, LEED AP BD+C, is the President and Owner of the company. He and his team bring over 50 years of combined industry experience, including MEP design, ASHRAE Level I, II, & III energy auditing, commissioning, construction management, and LEED work. Our team is proud of its extensive expertise and innovative approach to sustainable design, energy consulting, and construction management, and is a member of the US Green Building Council (USGBC). Our engineers are licensed Professional Engineers in NY, NJ, PA, & CT and hold Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design Accredited Professional (LEED AP), Certified Energy Manager (CEM), and Certified Building Commissioning Professional (CBCP) certifications. The firm is a certified Minority Business Enterprise (MBE) in NYC and NJ.
The team has hands on experience in Mechanical Industry which comprises in‐depth experience in ASHRAE level II & III energy auditing and retro‐commissioning of multi‐family residential and commercial buildings, building energy efficiency assessments, HVAC design, building assessment, billing analysis, heating/ cooling load calculations, sizing HVAC equipment, layout HVAC central plan, commissioning of HVAC equipment, performing field measurements, energy analysis, construction management, cost estimating, and reporting. Over the past decade, we have assisted building owners with Local Law 87 (LL87) compliance since NYC enforced the law. We now assist building owners with Local Law 97 (LL97) compliance, guiding them through the City’s Pathways relevant to their buildings and long-term solutions to avoid or minimize future penalties, while meeting LL97’s intent to become Net Zero by 2050. Our engineers are fully familiar with NYCDOB codes, NYCECC codes, and OSHA guidelines. In addition, we have decades of experience in designing various HVAC & plumbing systems, including Boilers, chillers, RTUs, AHUs, DHW heaters, gas piping, etc.
Shailesh Kumar Mishra is an Electrical Engineer who runs the Existing Buildings team at VGCOM, overseeing various projects for multifamily and commercial properties. He applies his experience with engineering, construction management, and building science to help his team develop and support the implementation of actionable scopes of work aimed at reducing utility consumption, increasing occupant comfort, and ensuring compliance with local law. He also mentors a team of engineers and guides them with technical skills and project management skills. His experience includes work across a variety of property types, including multifamily residential buildings, hotels, public schools, colleges, and commercial buildings across the US. Before joining VGCOM, Shailesh performed energy audits and retro-commissioning projects at several commercial facilities.
He has hands-on experience in the Energy Consulting industry, which includes in-depth experience in ASHRAE Level II & III energy auditing and retro-commissioning of multi-family residential and commercial buildings, building energy efficiency assessments, building assessments, and billing analysis. In addition, he has assisted building owners in meeting Local Law 87 (LL87) & Local Law 97 (LL97) compliance to minimize future penalties and support LL97’s intent to become Net Zero by 2050.
Avinash Girish Bhardwaj is the Director of Energy Engineering at VGCOM. He has performed many energy audits and serves as project lead for implementing large-scale, comprehensive energy efficiency and engineering projects. Avinash has been integral in developing and advancing the energy engineering team. Avinash’s background as a Mechanical Engineer (M.S., University of Massachusetts, Amherst) and a Business professional (MBA, Webster University) puts him in an ideal position to evaluate and execute sustainable, energy-efficient building systems.
Bacil Mathew George is an Assistant Project Manager at VGCOM. Bacil is a dedicated architect and construction manager, bringing a results-driven approach to various construction projects. With a keen ability to identify client needs, Bacil develops tailored strategies that drive efficiency and cost savings. His expertise spans the entire project cycle, from prospecting and negotiation to closing deals and maintaining strong client relationships. Bacil completed a B. Arch. from SMVDU, Katra, India, and an MBA from Fordham Gabelli School of Business, New York.
Abhilasha Sambhaji Bande is a Mechanical Engineer at VGCOM. She is responsible for HVAC design and completing performance audits for existing multifamily and high-rise commercial buildings, including field assessments, utility bill analysis, lighting surveys, energy modeling, cost estimating, financial analysis, and report preparation. She is working with VGCOM towards NYC’s vision for a greener, net-zero New York City, which focuses on achieving net-zero emissions by 2050, building out a green economy through initiatives like the Green Economy Action Plan, and advancing building decarbonization via LL97. Abhilasha holds a BS in Mechanical Engineering from VIT, Pune, India, and an MS in Mechanical Engineering from New York University, Tandon School of Engineering.
Eric Melendez is a Mechanical Engineer at VGCOM. He is responsible for HVAC design projects, performs several energy audits, and supports Local Law 97/Local Law 88 compliance projects in the New York City area. Eric has completed his B.E. in Mechanical Engineering from New York University, Tandon School of Engineering.
Leo Wang is an Assistant Project Manager at VGCOM. He is involved in building condition assessment, energy audits, and business development. Committed to delivering innovative solutions, Leo works closely with clients and colleagues to achieve their goals and long-term success.