The continuing growth of the business, combined with Mr. Duke’s industry involvement led to Applied Energy Savings Systems or “AESS” expanding into the assessment & repair of Building Envelopes.

Presently, AESS specializes in improving the efficiency of existing buildings in the commercial & institutional marketplace.

Within both the Spray Foam & energy efficiency industry, Mr. Duke has served in varying capacities of industry leadership. Beginning with the Spray Polyurethane Foam Alliance or “SPFA”, Bob served on several committees, progressed to a member of the Board of Directors culminating with service to the SPFA as President of that organization from 2012 – 2014. In 2009, Mr. Duke participated in a joint industry / agency forum at the EPA on the proper use of spray polyurethane foam as well as serving as Moderator & Featured Speaker for several industry symposiums.

Mr. Duke & AESS are Air Barrier Association of America Certified Installers & Mr. Duke currently is Chairman of the Existing Building committee within the Air Barrier Association of America. Mr. Duke is a long time instructor for the SPFA’s Professional Certification Program & has made “Spray Foam 101” presentations throughout the country over the past 10 years.

Prior to starting AESS, Mr. Duke enjoyed a 22 year corporate career culminating in a Vice President position with Daimler Chrysler. Mr. Duke & his wife, Tara have 2 grown children & reside in Charleston, S.C.