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

Why Heat Batteries Are the Future of Affordable, Emission-Free Home Heating 🏠

In this episode:

  • How Jane is transforming home heating with Harvest Thermal’s innovative heat battery technology

  • A masterclass on cutting bills and emissions while delivering unparalleled comfort

  • The future of home electrification and why thermal storage is key to scaling clean energy solutions

Listen Time: Full Show 43:02 (no ads) | Free Preview 30:39


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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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