# Engineer and Consultant James L. Newman of Newman Consulting Group Recently Featured on Close Up Radio - Published: 2026-11-09 - Author: [Construction News](https://constructionnews.io/author/constructionnews-io.md) - Topics: [News](https://constructionnews.io/news.md) - Source: https://constructionnews.io/news/engineer-and-consultant-james-l-newman-of-newman-consulting-group-recently-featured-on-clo/ - Publication: Construction News - Publisher: Connectively (Terkel, Inc.) - Editorial policy: https://constructionnews.io/editorial-policy/ [![](https://www.einpresswire.com/image/medium/1244475/jamesnewman1.jpeg)](https://www.einpresswire.com/image/large/1244475/jamesnewman1.jpeg#1400x1400) [![](https://www.einpresswire.com/image/medium/1244476/jamesnewman2-logo.jpeg)](https://www.einpresswire.com/image/large/1244476/jamesnewman2-logo.jpeg#1400x1400) DETROIT, MI, UNITED STATES, November 9, 2026 /[EINPresswire.com](https://www.einpresswire.com/)/ -- James L. Newman is one of the country’s leading authorities on energy efficiency, green building, sustainability, enhanced productivity, cost containment, and indoor air quality. He is the owner and managing partner of Newman Consulting Group, which is headquartered in Farmington Hills, Michigan but has global reach. He has many amazing credentials include a BSME (Bachelors in Mechanical Engineering), an MBA (Masters in Business Administration), CEM (Certified Energy Manger), and LEED accreditation. He is also a top rated lecturer, consultant, and ASHRAE fellow. But despite all of his knowledge, visionary style, accomplishments and awards, he is a warm and humble guy who they just call Jim. Jim Newman has been nicknamed The Dean of Green because so many of his projects are related to energy use, greenhouse emissions and other environmentally-focused practices. A recent example of such work is the Whitney Restaurant situated in a historic building in Detroit, which was upgraded through the Property Assessed Clean Energy (PACE) program. This program enables operators to pay for enhancements to sustainability and efficiency without a large up-front investment. Instead, tax abatements are granted to the building owner over a long period of time. This is one area of focus for the firm. Jim Newman and his team also conduct energy audits of existing buildings (both residential, industrial and commercial) and explore ways to save money through optimized HVAC equipment, controls, and systems. Jim began his career with a BSME from Tufts University and a clear passion for sustainable engineering. He later founded The Newman Consulting Group where he oversees various projects related to energy/cost savings. He is also focused on indoor air quality, a concept that is becoming increasingly important in the wake of COVID 19 and other contagious diseases. He always follows through and keeps checking in to see that the recommendations were applied and the new instrumentation is working. Jim is additionally a popular speaker and trainer of other consultants, particularly as it applies to 9001 engineering standards and creating indoor environments that can curtail the spread of contaminants such as SARS and COVID. He has trained hundreds of architects, engineers contractors and code officials on high-performance building criteria and facing the future of climate change. He leverages his expertise to help building managers, owners and facilities teams achieve their goals. Over the past 15 years, he has been recognized with numerous awards, including Environmental Leader, The Engineering Society of Detroit TechCentury Image Award, Eco Works Sustainable Community Champion, and an ASHRAE (American Society of Heating, Refrigeration, and Air Conditioning Engineers) Distinguished Service Award. In his upcoming podcast with the Close Up Radio Team, Jim will review what he did before opening his consultancy, what prompted him to launch the consultancy, and some of the various facilities and accomplishments they are most proud of (one unique one was a library.) “It is hard to pinpoint the outcome of my work, as each client and case is distinct. With some clients the goal is energy conservation, but that can yield more profit for the owner as a byproduct. It’s the same thing when it comes to safety and productivity; a healthier team can accomplish more and save time as they work. We focus on a few key areas, and it helps owners and teams improve in multiple ways.” Jim says that his love of fresh air and the environment began back as a youth when he worked outdoors raking leaves and starting compost piles. The worms, he jokes, were much more interesting as a child. He loves what he does up to today-- as he prepares for his next project, the podcast, and an AHC Engineering Seminar. Jim fondly tells clients “let our team of energy experts help you turn your existing building into a High Performing Facility” and he follows through on that promise with gusto. Close Up Radio recently featured Engineer and Consultant James L. Newman in an interview with Jim Masters on Thursday November 5th at 11am Eastern [Listen to the Podcast](https://podcast.show/closeupradio/closeupradio-268/) [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/close-up-radio-spotlights-engineer-and-consultant/id1785721253?i=1000800202497](https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/close-up-radio-spotlights-engineer-and-consultant/id1785721253?i=1000800202497) [https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-close-up-radio-242020413/episode/close-up-radio-spotlights-engineer-and-consultant-james-l-newman-of-newman-consulting-group-349367677/](https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-close-up-radio-242020413/episode/close-up-radio-spotlights-engineer-and-consultant-james-l-newman-of-newman-consulting-group-349367677/) [https://open.spotify.com/episode/5JSKA6r73EgJ06whPJNeZt](https://open.spotify.com/episode/5JSKA6r73EgJ06whPJNeZt) For more information, please visit [https://www.newmanconsultinggroup.us/](https://www.newmanconsultinggroup.us/) Lou Ceparano Close Up Television & Radio \+ +1 631-850-3314 Visit us on social media: [Facebook](https://www.facebook.com/CloseUpRadio/) Legal Disclaimer: EIN Presswire provides this news content "as is" without warranty of any kind. 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