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About RIFE International LLC

Real Estate + Infrastructure + Facilities + Energy

RIFE International, LLC is a cleantech company offering services in energy efficiency, renewable energy (solar), electric vehicle infrastructure and sustainable construction to government, commercial and other private and public sector clients across the mid-Atlantic region and Africa.

RIFE was established in 2007 by Kwabena Osei-Sarpong to provide energy solutions that Problem-solve energy needs of our clients. By so doing ensuring that buildings and energy systems are optimized to operate efficiently towards profitability, growth and mission fulfilment that positively impact both our Private sector and Government/Public sector clients. We work closely with our clients at all stages of project development to provide the most cost-effective solution possible.

Our clients turn to us for innovative energy and construction solutions that positively impact both the environment and their bottom line. From energy retrofits to construction management and engineering to sustainable development/design, our team is a reliable source for completing projects on time, safely, within budget, and with a strong ROI.

RIFE’s operations are driven by its core values of integrity, accountability, consistency, innovation, growth, and respect. That said, we believe that for each dynamic solution and value-engineered project we deliver, we take an important step toward improving the environmental and economic welfare for people and organizations across the globe.

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Certifications and Memberships

RIFE International is a business enterprise that holds various certifications on the federal, state, and local levels. We are dedicated to supporting our clients’ and partners strategic, competitive and diversity initiatives.

Our certifications include:

  • Certified Energy Manager (CEM) – Association of Energy Engineers- Sustaining Member
  • Environmental Engineers & Managers Institute of AEE – Sustaining Member
  • Energy Services Marketing Society of AEE – Sustaining Member
  • Cogeneration & Competitive Power Institute of AEE – Sustaining Member
  • ACCA Certified Type I and Type II HVAC Technician
  • Ground Source Heat Pump Installation Certification- OSU

Awards and Accolades

Certificate of Special Recognition

City of Baltimore (Maryland) Mayor Stephanie Rawlings-Blake

Top Energy Efficient Communities Service Provider

Leadership Award in Customer Satisfaction by Johnson Controls

40 Under 40 Washington Business Journal Award

Maryland Global Consulting Program Grant

International Development Grant for Africa, Maryland Department of Commerce

Clients and Affiliations

Testimonials

On the Lighting Installation for the City of Baltimore Energy Performance Project, RIFE International performed work in a timely and professional manner. The end customer has been extremely happy with the work performed and the employees who performed the work.

Donald A. Bellamy

Johnson Controls Inc.

I have had the pleasure of working with Mr. Sarpong and the team at RIFE International on multiple government contracts and energy efficiency related initiatives. Mr. Sarpong has given back to the energy efficiency and renewable energy industry by being an advocate in the community, a speaker on energy efficiency, sustainable development and government contracting subject matters.

Kevin Robertshaw, President

American Energy Services, LLC

In celebration of receiving the 2015 Small Business, Small Business of the year Award and your contributions to the local economy and to the community.

John K. Delaney

Member of Congress