A graduate of the Institute of Technology at the University of Minnesota, Twin Cities, Wane A. Baker is a licensed Professional Engineer (P.E.) and Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH retired) with four decades of experience in the operation, maintenance and evaluation of various building types. This includes more than 30 years at a professional level in environmental consulting, construction and energy conservation. Wane offers his clients a powerful combination of education, experience and enthusiasm in his role as a forensic engineer, building scientist and occupational hygienist.

Mr. Baker has managed or personally conducted thousands of assessments of the built environment, from private residences to surgical suites, and elementary schools to million square foot training centers. He has also performed forensic investigations of building failures and has offered expert testimony in litigation support.

Following are just a few of his many volunteer activities:

ASHRAE Epidemic Task Force (ETF), Air Filtration and Disinfection Team

Chair, ASHRAE Environmental Health Committee (2016-17)

Chair, AIHA IEQ Committee (2012-13)

ASHRAE SSPC 62.1, 52.2, GPC 27, TC 2.3, 2.4

ASHRAE IAQ Conference Steering Committees (2013, 2016)

Peer-reviewer, ASHRAE Journal