#231 How to Cut Costs AND Eliminate Emissions in Homes [BY 90%+] w/ Jane Melia (Harvest Thermal)

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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

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