At the University of Florida, utility planning is approached not only as a technical necessity but also as a commitment to preserving the campus’s historic character and cultural legacy. Beneath UF’s iconic buildings and landscapes lies an aging utility infrastructure now being reimagined to support a modern, research-driven, and sustainable institution. This session explores how UF integrates innovative solutions—such as expanding district energy systems, upgrading looped infrastructure, and improving stormwater management—while honoring the university’s architectural and ecological heritage.
Through real-world case studies, participants will learn how UF navigates complex utility upgrades in sensitive campus zones, including the use of GIS and BIM technologies for informed planning, strategies for minimizing impacts on historic areas, and collaborative approaches involving diverse university stakeholders. This session offers practical insights for institutions balancing growth with tradition, demonstrating how utility planning can be both a technical and creative endeavor that shapes the future while respecting the past.
Upon completion of this session, participants will understand:
1. How to navigate complex utility upgrades in sensitive zones
2. Planning through the use of GIS and BIM
3. How to minimize impacts on historic area
4. Strategies for collaboratively engaging University stakeholders
Patrick is a Project Manager and Senior Mechanical Engineer in Burns’ district energy and utility practice. Patrick manages multi-disciplinary teams to coordinate the delivery of complex district energy and utility projects. Building upon more than a decade of mechanical system design experience, Patrick offers deep knowledge in power generation, thermal production and distribution systems, and utility master plans. His collaborative approach guides project teams from the pre-proposal stage through project completion.
Chuck Kammin is currently the Director of Utilities & Energy Services for Facilities Services for the University of Florida. He has over 30 years of experience in the industrial and utility industry which includes over 14 years in higher education. He holds a Bachelor of Electrical Engineering and a Master of General Engineering degrees from the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign.
Athens, GA | October 6-10, 2025
