Imagine a heating system that slashes bills by 42% while helping save the planet. Meet Harvest Thermal, a small startup co-founded by engineer Jane Melia and her husband Pierre, who built an energy-efficient home heating and cooling system from scratch.
A Solution Built from Scratch
Back in 2018, Jane needed a new furnace. Instead of a regular replacement, she decided to build an eco-friendly system herself. Harvest Thermal’s HVAC system uses a smart heat pump and a “thermal battery” to heat and cool homes and provide hot water. The thermal battery stores cheap, clean energy during the day, powering your home when energy is pricier and cutting costs by about 30%.
Big Savings for Your Wallet
Jane showed off an excited customer’s energy bills: pre-harvest, their winter heating cost $1,125. After Harvest? Just $477. This system combines a heat pump with a hot water tank acting as a battery, storing energy when it’s cheapest. On average, Harvest customers save 30% on bills.
Big Savings for the Planet
Heating and hot water are two-thirds of a home’s energy use — responsible for 10% of U.S. emissions. Harvest’s technology cuts emissions by 90% compared to gas furnaces. And if you have solar panels, you’re in luck! Harvest’s system can store solar energy, reducing reliance on polluting fuel sources during peak times. Switching to Harvest’s system is more impactful than moving from a gas vehicle to an EV.
Available Incentives and Credits
Thanks to its innovative tech, Harvest’s thermal battery system qualifies for a 30% tax credit under the Inflation Reduction Act. There are regional incentives too, especially in California. And, the Department of Energy recently awarded Harvest a $2 million grant to lower costs further and increase installations nationwide.
What’s Next for Harvest
With over 150 installations and an expanding network on the West Coast and Canada, Harvest is growing. For eager customers, Harvest even offers training for local contractors. Price-wise, the system competes with high-end heat pumps, but with tax credits, it’s an even sweeter deal.
So, is it time to ditch your old gas furnace? With Harvest, you can save money, cut emissions, and invest in a cleaner future while keeping your home cozy.
