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    Home Comfort Advisor (m/w/d)

    Elephant Energy

    Boston, Massachusetts, United States
      Hybrid   Full Time   More than 3 months ago
      USD 80k–85k yearly
    Heat Pumps Energy Management Sales and Marketing Customer Relationships
  • Expired

    Home Comfort Advisor (m/w/d)

    Elephant Energy

    Denver, Colorado, United States
      Hybrid   Full Time   More than 3 months ago
      USD 70k–75k yearly
    Heat Pumps Energy Management Sales and Marketing Customer Relationships

    • Elephant Energy

    Company Overview

    Elephant Energy

    Boulder, CO, United States

    2021

    Approximately 10 employees (source: privco.com).

    What They Do

    Elephant Energy is a privately held climate tech startup that focuses on residential electrification, providing a comprehensive platform that simplifies the transition to electric energy for homeowners. The company was founded in April 2021 by Joshua Lake and David “DR” Richardson and is headquartered in Boulder, Colorado. Initially targeting the Greater Denver/Boulder area, Elephant Energy has plans for expansion into other major markets, including Boston and Los Angeles (source: buildingventures.com, elephantenergy.com). The company addresses the fragmented homeowner experience in residential electrification by offering services that include diagnosing needs, equipment selection, rebate navigation, and contractor coordination, all through a user-friendly platform.

    Elephant Energy's core technology focus is on deploying established hardware such as heat pumps, hybrid heat pump water heaters, induction stoves, EV chargers, and insulation services. Rather than inventing new technologies, the company utilizes proprietary software grounded in building science to design systems, analyze total cost of ownership, and orchestrate projects effectively (source: buildingventures.com, substack.com). Their two-sided marketplace platform provides personalized electrification roadmaps to homeowners, connecting them with a vetted network of local contractors for installation, thus reducing complexity and risk for all parties involved.

    The target market for Elephant Energy includes individual homeowners in the U.S. who are looking to replace fossil fuel appliances with electric alternatives, primarily focusing on the Boulder-Denver metro area. The company emphasizes busy households and contractors who require reliable leads and streamlined workflows, making it a unique player in the market as the first dedicated "one-stop shop" for residential electrification (source: buildingventures.com, elephantenergy.com). By leveraging the founders' extensive backgrounds in climate tech, solar, EVs, and sustainable investing, Elephant Energy aims to optimize the electrification process for homeowners.

    Projects & Track Record

    While specific completed projects are not detailed in available sources, Elephant Energy emphasizes its role in enabling numerous individual residential upgrades since its inception in 2021. The company focuses on scaling its platform to facilitate service delivery in Colorado's Front Range and expanding into new markets like Boston and Los Angeles (source: buildingventures.com, elephantenergy.com). Ongoing projects align with the company's post-2022 funding strategy, focusing on building contractor networks and expanding its service offerings, although no specific initiatives or timelines have been disclosed beyond the planned market openings in 2023.

    Recent Developments

    In the last two years, a significant development for Elephant Energy was the closing of its $3.5 million seed round on November 30, 2022. This funding round was explicitly tied to the momentum generated by the Inflation Reduction Act, which aims to support the scaling of platform operations and hiring, as well as expansion beyond Colorado (source: elephantenergy.com). Since then, there have been no reported contracts, acquisitions, mergers, or additional funding rounds, indicating a focus on leveraging the initial funding to solidify its market presence and operational capabilities.

    Working There

    Elephant Energy offers a variety of roles across multiple departments, including operations, technology, product development, engineering, project management, and construction supervision. The company is actively hiring in its Boulder headquarters as well as in its expansion offices in Boston and Los Angeles, with a focus on building teams that can support its growth strategy post-funding (source: elephantenergy.com). The company culture emphasizes in-person connections, meaningful work related to climate impact, and a work-life balance that aligns with Colorado's outdoor lifestyle. Employees value relationships and personal passions, contributing to a collaborative environment that prioritizes customer satisfaction through effective problem-solving.

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