Performance Systems Development (PSD)
Chris Balbach has a diverse work experience spanning various companies and roles. Chris started their career at DSM Engineering Plastics in 1995 as an Engineering Model Developer. Chris then moved on to GE Plastics in 1997, where they participated in the Technical Leadership Program. In 1999, they joined Ametek as a Sales Engineer before transitioning to Tetra Tech Architects and Engineers/The Thomas Group in 2001 as an HVAC Engineer. Chris held the same role at The Thomas Group from 2001 to 2005. In 2002, they worked at both Tetra Tech Architects and Engineers and thomas associates as an HVAC Engineer until 2006. Chris then joined Performance Systems in 2006 as the VP of R&D and continued working in the same role at Performance Systems Development. The exact start and end dates for their roles at each company are not provided.
Chris Balbach attended the University of Evansville from 1992 to 1997. However, no degree or field of study information was provided.
Performance Systems Development (PSD)
At Performance Systems Development (PSD), we translate building science into innovative utility programs and powerful software products. As a leading provider of energy efficiency programs, software and services to utilities and their customers, PSD designs and implements programs which leverage the power of our Compass software platform to consistently exceed program savings goals and achieve the highest levels of customer satisfaction. Our next generation data management solutions and experienced staff are helping utilities across the country to achieve deeper savings, higher quality data and reporting, and increased customer participation. Whether you are looking to design or deliver a program, oversee the quality of your trade allies, or manage multiple data streams, PSD has the tools, services and experience to help you and your customers achieve success. Founded in 1998, PSD specializes in innovative program design and implementation, engineering and training services, and software solutions for the energy efficiency industry. PSD’s core focus is on the development and delivery of whole building and performance-based energy efficiency programs and services, with a strong emphasis on market transformation. Leveraging our technical building science experience and our unique suite of code compliance resources and software tools, PSD has emerged as an industry leader in the design and execution of energy code technical assistance and above-code new construction programs. We bring a comprehensive suite of experience covering energy codes, program implementation, training, and experience across residential and commercial markets. We are a technology-enabled implementation firm that works with both electric and gas utilities, and state and federal entities, to design and deliver cutting edge solutions for energy efficiency programs.