"In 2025, The Roy at 1650 Granville St. in Halifax (a prestigious MURB with 112 residential units and commercial space fronting on Barrington and on Granville St.), retained Bruce McCulloch/MCC Energy Strategies to complete an EV Ready Plan. Not only did the EV Ready Plan meet the requirements for our Efficiency Nova Scotia grant process, but Bruce outlined infrastructures changes that allowed us to implement the project at a fraction of the cost proposed in our Reserve Fund Study. It also was a blueprint for the electrical firms implementing the solution. The EV Ready Plan was great value for money, and The Roy has retained MCC Energy Strategies to assist with a more holistic decarbonization plan for the building."
Dale Campbell, Chair of Condo Board at The Roy Shawn Brayman, Board member heading the Decarbonization Initiative at The Roy
"Bruce was a key person in the revitalization of the equipment at the BioVectra Facility in Windsor NS. He took charge of sophisticated pharmaceutical reactors, and successfully organized the resources and procedures so that the rebuild took place as planned. Bruce then went on to incorporate a new 'state of the art' Electrode De-Ionizer skid into the Ultra Purified water system and provided leadership (often hands-on) in the maintenance, troubleshooting and commissioning of the system."
Jennifer Hilborn, P.Eng, Plant Manager at BioVectra
"Bruce worked for me as Director Facilities at a major operation, with six large hangars and nine total buildings. Bruce showed the technical expertise and attention to detail one would expect of a Professional Engineer but more importantly he showed a passion and talent for efficiency. Bruce set the vision and executed the annual Facilities Master Plan and quickly evolved it from a corrective maintenance focus to a focus on facility improvement and cost saving initiatives. Bruce also initiated a study of the compressed air requirements for the main hanger complex, that resulted in replacement of the fixed screw air compressors with a variable speed compressor and receiver. The payback period was less than one year. Bruce prepared strong business cases, in competition with the many production projects that were being considered at that time."
Kevin Lemke, Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer at Cascade Aerospace Inc.
"Bruce is an excellent mentor for young engineers. His willingness to tackle any question I asked, energy and attention during review of my work allowed me to flourish in a fast paced environment. Under his guidance, I designed a customized insulated door system that would permit helicopter entry. Another project that I worked on with Bruce was to moderate the heat build-up in a room with industrial ovens using circulating air. Bruce provided excellent guidance through each of these projects and taught me a tremendous amount on effective communication."
Myles Cornish, P.Eng, Energy Manager, EfficiencyONE
"Bruce, You helped make my recent work term at Bio Vectra a successful experience. I have worked with many engineers over the years and few have had a kind heart and soul that makes doing a difficult task easier. I don't think I would have made it to the end of the job, without your help. Thank you."
Peter MacInnes, Millwright, Nova Millwrights Contracting Ltd
"Bruce provided an expertise in all stages of project development that allowed me to address energy deficiencies in several of our older buildings. His recommendations and attention to details as a consultant was invaluable in helping provide the necessary information to ensure the project was completed at the highest degree of satisfaction."
Mike Butler, Director of Operational Support for Phoenix Youth Programs
"Good Morning, Christie, Bruce and Jacob. We owe you folks a huge thank you for putting on these solar workshops. An informative and enjoyable evening, benefiting from a very knowledgeable Bruce."
Joe O'Brien, Audience member in the Solar Nova Scotia education series