IDEA and YPG Co-Chair, Grant Kircher of Thermo Systems are excited to share some changes to the IDEA YPG leadership team.
Chase Dube’s tenure as YPG Co-Chair is coming to a close. In our search for a successor, we’ve determined that Chase Dube's boots were simply too big for one person to fill, so we are excited to welcome two new leaders for YPG.
With that being said, we’re thrilled to announce that YPG is evolving from a two-person Co-Chair model to a three-person Leadership Council. This new structure is designed to support YPG’s continued growth by offering greater scalability and continuity, a more balanced distribution of responsibilities, and a broader leadership presence to better serve the group moving forward.
The Leadership Council will include current YPG Co-Chair, Grant Kircher, along with Matthew L’Heureux from the University of New Hampshire and Colin Jeffery from Kerr Wood Leidal. Matt and Colin each bring complementary strengths and fresh perspectives, and we're confident this team will play a key role in empowering the next generation of professionals.
Let’s welcome Matt and Colin into their new roles and look ahead to a strong and exciting future for YPG! Bios and headshots for both are included below.
As always, if you have any questions or are looking for ways to get more involved with YPG, don’t hesitate to reach out.
Colin Jeffery
At Kerr Wood Leidal (KWL), Colin Jeffery is driven by a passion for building vibrant communities and a healthier planet. As a consulting engineer, Colin specializes in the planning and implementation of sustainable district energy systems that balance environmental responsibility with economic performance. He works closely with municipalities, developers, and utility operators to enhance and expand energy systems that serve the long-term needs of growing communities.
As he steps into a leadership role with the IDEA Young Professionals Group (YPG), Colin brings his enthusiasm for collaboration and mentorship to help connect and support the next generation of district energy professionals. He is committed to advancing the YPG’s mission of fostering knowledge-sharing, leadership development, and innovation within the industry.
Outside of work, Colin embraces adventure with his wife and daughter—whether skiing in the mountains, kayaking rivers, or exploring the great outdoors together. He brings that same energy and curiosity to everything he does—including his work with IDEA.
Matt L'Heureux
As Campus Energy Manager at the University of New Hampshire, Matt serves as the lead advocate for energy conservation, decarbonization, and strategic energy management across the Durham campus. He holds credentials as a Certified Energy Manager (CEM) and LEED Accredited Professional (BD+C), with a focus on integrating sustainability into capital planning and operations.
Matt graduated from the University of New Hampshire in 2017 with dual a B.S. degree in Environmental & Resource Economics and Sustainability. He is currently pursuing an MBA with a focus in Analytics at UNH.
With a background spanning energy analysis, project management, utility incentive strategy, stakeholder engagement, and building system optimization, Matt brings a practical, data-driven approach to campus-wide energy initiatives. As a Co-Chair for IDEA’s Young Professionals Group (YPG), he is passionate about empowering the next generation of energy leaders through collaboration, mentorship, and innovation."
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