The startup provides a platform that enhances energy efficiency and indoor air quality through detailed energy audits and contractor training programs. By developing a pathway for black contractors in the clean energy sector, the company addresses the need for skilled labor while helping businesses lower their carbon emissions.
Funding
$400K raised to dateRaised to date based on public sources. This may differ from the amount the company actually raised and is based only on what is publicly available on the internet.
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Product
Problem
Many building owners and operators lack the expertise and resources to effectively manage energy consumption, leading to increased operational costs and environmental impact. Existing energy efficiency programs often fail to reach underserved communities, exacerbating inequities in access to clean energy benefits.
Solution
Burch Energy Services provides comprehensive energy engineering and design-build services, focusing on equitable program delivery to bridge the gap in clean energy access. The company conducts detailed ASHRAE Level 1-3 energy audits, leveraging data-driven energy modeling and simulation tools to identify and implement tailored energy efficiency measures. Burch Energy specializes in mechanical and electrical system design, HVAC installation, and control system integration, offering sustainable retrofit solutions for commercial, residential, non-profit, government, and utility clients. Through its equitable program delivery services, Burch Energy partners with COBID-certified firms and minority-owned businesses, ensuring compliance with diversity and inclusion regulations while engaging with local communities to promote awareness and participation in energy programs.
Target Audience
Burch Energy serves commercial and private sector businesses, residential building owners, non-profit organizations, government entities, and utilities seeking to improve energy efficiency, reduce operational costs, and promote equitable access to clean energy solutions.
Features
- ASHRAE Level 1-3 energy audits to benchmark energy consumption and identify energy efficiency measures (EEMs)
- Data-driven energy modeling and simulation tools to predict energy performance and optimize design solutions
- Design and implementation of mechanical and electrical systems, including HVAC installation and control system integration
- Sustainable retrofit solutions to improve the environmental impact of existing buildings
- Equitable program delivery services that prioritize inclusivity and diversity
- Partnership development with COBID-certified firms and minority-owned businesses
- Community engagement to promote awareness and participation in energy programs
- Utilization of BuildingLens, a community-responsive building management system, for real-time monitoring and optimization of building performance