At L&P, our mission is to build businesses and a culture that are sustainable for generations to come, and Barry Haubner, Energy Manager, is helping us do just that!
After graduating college, Barry’s first job involved scheduling natural gas for one of the first deregulated natural gas suppliers. From there, he discovered energy consulting and focused on helping clients use less energy and spend less on energy.

Barry joined L&P in October of 2024 and has been helping our businesses with energy management since. We asked Barry to share about his role at L&P and how he incorporates sustainability into his personal life.
Tell us about your role.
I help our branches with all things energy – everything from helping our branches purchase their energy, reviewing renewable energy proposals, calculating energy efficiency savings, and working with local utilities to ensure our branches are on the lowest cost tariff rates.
Our Sustainability team is also working on a decarbonization plan. I am constantly surprised at how many different areas our team supports L&P’s operations. It seems like I learn about a new one every week.
What do you find most rewarding about your role?
Helping. It is so rewarding to have the experience and background to help our branches navigate the murky waters of energy management.
How do you incorporate sustainable practices in your own life?
I use a water bottle, buy local as much as possible, grow a garden, compost food waste, and we make our own cleaning products.
Thank you, Barry, for your dedication to sustainability in your personal life and Leggett & Platt!