#115 - How Logical Buildings Built the First Residential & C&I Energy Management Service w/ CEO, Jeff Hendler

CoHostAI Summary:Imagine harnessing the power of real-time data to create more energy-efficient buildings. That's precisely the intriguing journey our guest, Jeff Hendler, co-founder and CEO of Logical Buildings, takes us on in this episode. Leaving Wall Street behind for the utility sector, Jeff then ventured into creating his smart building company, successfully adding value through engineering services and bridging the gap between estimated and actual energy usage.The COVID-19 pandemic has drastically reshaped the landscape of multi-family buildings, and this is where Jeff's innovative solutions come into play. He emphasizes the urgency of energy efficiency and decarbonization initiatives, unearthing the potential of smart meters, IoT, and good connectivity. This episode guides us through the complexities within the multi-family space and how Logical Buildings navigates these, from establishing relationships with corporate entities to anticipating consumer needs like EV charging.This episode doesn't stop there, as Jeff reveals the talent and policies driving success in the climate tech space. He discusses the process of growing Logical Buildings from 15 to 40 employees within 18 months, underscoring the importance of passion, innovation, and proof of success. As we explore the challenges of creating a reliable power source in the face of increasing energy demand, tune in to understand the future power and energy landscape. This episode is a must-listen for those passionate about energy efficiency and its role in our future. CleanTechies is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support our work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber.In this episode, Silas Mahner (@silasmahner) speaks w/ Jeff Hendler Co-Founder and CEO of Logical Buildings (@logicalbldgs) about his journey from Wall Street, to the Utility, to founding a Smart Building company. We also cover how their Grid Rewards program works, how a company like this can be competitive, and what he sees as the next big challenge to solve. Enjoy the Episode! 🌎📺 👀 Prefer to watch: subscribe on YouTube.📫 Interested in written summaries and takeaways from the episode? Subscribe to the newsletter. Want to be part of the community and engage further? Check out the Slack Channel. https://tinyurl.com/mwkn8zk5 Thank you for reading CleanTechies. If you enjoy, please share! Topics: * 5:26 How He Founded Logical Buildings* 16:39 What Grid Services Are* 29:26 How to Win in the Market* 36:43 Partner Relationships* 43:24 Advice on Talent* 48:51 Biggest Upcoming ChallengesLinks: * Jeff on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeff-hendler-568b4210* Logical Buildings: https://logicalbuildings.com/* Grid Rewards: https://www.gridrewards.com/* Check out our Sponsor, NextWave Partners: https://www.next-wavepartners.com/* Follow CleanTechies on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/clean-techies/* HMU on Twitter: @silasmahnerOther episodes you might enjoy:* Most Recent Episode: Reflecting on H1 2023 CT Funding & Discussing Transferable Tax Credits Along with the Opportunities they Present (Somil & Silas)* Similar Topic: CleanTechies, the Podcast #15 - Brian Turner (Buildings IoT)* Something Totally Different: Helping Utilities Utilize Wasted Data with Sean Murphy of PingThings This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit cleantechies.substack.com/subscribe