The Year 2001 In Review
By Erik S. Emblem

Tom Kelly, President of SMWIA Local 19, greeting reporters at a Philadelphia TABB Roll-Out Event.

This has been a banner year for NEMI (National Energy Management Institute), NEMIC (National Energy Management Institute Committee) and the flagship program, TABB (Testing, Adjusting and Balancing Bureau). We have made great strides so far and are continuing to grow our certification program to supply the heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) industry with quality-assured contractors, technicians, and supervisors.

Before I get into specifics, I must thank all those who have been instrumental in getting the TABB program off the ground. There are many who have spent countless hours revising curriculum, teaching classes, attending meetings, and providing administrative support and I personally thank each and everyone one of these contributors Ð members of the International Certification Board, TABB Task Force, Testing, Adjusting and Balancing Bureau, International Training Institute, Supervisor Training Course Committee and of course, the NEMI staff Ð for their time and efforts. With your assistance, patience and support, TABB has had a successful year.