CleanTechies #231 How to Cut Costs AND Eliminate Emissions in Homes [BY 90%+] w/ Jane Melia (Harvest Thermal)
Jane Melia is the CEO and Co-Founder of Harvest Thermal, revolutionizing home heating with heat batteries.
Jane’s journey began with a vision to make home electrification both cost-effective and climate-friendly. Harvest Thermal has developed a patented system that combines heat pumps with thermal storage, reducing household emissions by 90% and energy bills by 30%, all while providing unparalleled comfort.
Here’s the kicker: Jane and her team have successfully navigated the challenges of hardware deployment, secured millions in grant funding, and built a business that’s not only scalable but also grid-friendly and future-proof.
With heating and hot water responsible for 10% of global emissions, Harvest Thermal is tackling one of the toughest climate challenges, turning it into a win for homeowners and the planet.
Get the full episode today to hear:
- How Harvest Thermal is cutting bills and emissions while keeping homes cozy
- The secrets to scaling hardware technology in a competitive market
- Why heat batteries are the key to making electrification affordable and sustainable
- How Jane balances product innovation with deployment strategy to drive impact at scale
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📝 Show Notes:
Topics
- 02:14 Jane Melia's Background and Journey
- 04:36 Understanding Thermal Storage Technology
- 08:22 Consumer Demand for Home Electrification
- 10:18 Key Ingredients for Success in Home Heating
- 12:41 Differentiators in Customer Experience
- 14:06 Geographic Expansion and Market Strategy
- 18:01 Installer Relationships and Deployment Strategy
- 20:22 Balancing Product Development and Deployment
- 22:17 Building a Strong Team for Growth
- 28:57 Fundraising Strategy and Market Positioning
- 36:01 The Role of Policy in Supporting Innovation
- 40:23 Vision for the Future of Home Electrification
Links
- Jane Melia | Harvest Thermal
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