As Energy and Senior Project Manager at Carleton College, Rob Lamppa oversees Carleton's energy management program, major construction projects, major and minor renovations, and remodeling projects. All of these efforts involve the evaluation and application of reasonable sustainability initiatives and energy conservation measures in their design and implementation. While at Carleton, Rob has managed the installation and on-going operation of the College's 1.65 megawatt wind turbine which offsets approximately 32 % of the College's annual electrical consumption.

Other major projects have included the renovation of Severance Hall (residential), Leighton Hall (academic), Goodsell Observatory, the remodeling of Gould Library including installation of compact shelving, and the installation of sprinkler systems in all student housing. Prior to his position at Carleton, Rob spent 15 years in the food industry where he was responsible for company environmental operations and compliance, as well as process energy use evaluation and efficiency management.

Most recently, Rob has managed a major upgrade of the Carleton campus electrical infrastructure, has managed the relocation and upgrade of the main campus data center, is managing the design and construction of new student housing on Campus, and is working on Phase II of the $5.0 million electrical infrastructure upgrade.

He holds a registered, professional engineering license, and is a certified LEED AP (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) Accredited Professional.