Gradient Appoints Climate Tech Veteran Patrick Bischoff as Chief Executive Officer
Gradient, a sustainable HVAC solutions company, has appointed Patrick Bischoff as its new CEO. The announcement comes as the company's All-Weather 120V Window Heat Pump achieves the highest Advanced Tier recognition from the Consortium for Energy Efficiency (CEE).
Former CEO and co-founder Dr. Vince Romanin transitions to CTO, while Jane Sidebottom, with 25 years of industry experience, joins the board. Bischoff brings over two decades of leadership in renewable energy and climate tech, previously serving as COO at Recurve and holding executive positions at World Energy Solutions and Greensmith Energy Solutions.
The CEE certification qualifies Gradient's heat pump for up to $3,200 in IRA tax credits for homeowners starting January 1. The company is now shipping its All-Weather 120V Window Heat Pump units, designed for extreme temperatures and compatible with standard 120V outlets, targeting the $200B global HVAC market.
Gradient, un'azienda di soluzioni HVAC sostenibili, ha nominato Patrick Bischoff come nuovo CEO. L'annuncio arriva mentre il Pompa di Calore per Finestra All-Weather 120V dell'azienda ottiene il massimo riconoscimento di Advanced Tier dal Consortium for Energy Efficiency (CEE).
Il precedente CEO e co-fondatore, Dr. Vince Romanin, passerà a ricoprire il ruolo di CTO, mentre Jane Sidebottom, con 25 anni di esperienza nel settore, entra a far parte del consiglio. Bischoff porta con sé oltre due decenni di leadership nel campo delle energie rinnovabili e della tecnologia climatica, avendo precedentemente ricoperto il ruolo di COO presso Recurve e posizioni dirigenziali presso World Energy Solutions e Greensmith Energy Solutions.
La certificazione CEE qualifica la pompa di calore di Gradient per un massimo di $3,200 in crediti d'imposta IRA per i proprietari di casa a partire dal 1° gennaio. L'azienda sta ora spedendo le unità della sua Pompa di Calore per Finestra All-Weather 120V, progettate per temperature estreme e compatibili con prese standard da 120V, mirando al mercato globale HVAC da $200 miliardi.
Gradient, una empresa de soluciones de HVAC sostenibles, ha nombrado a Patrick Bischoff como su nuevo CEO. El anuncio se produce mientras la Bomba de Calor para Ventana All-Weather 120V de la compañía recibe el más alto reconocimiento de Advanced Tier del Consortium for Energy Efficiency (CEE).
El anterior CEO y cofundador, Dr. Vince Romanin, hará la transición a CTO, mientras que Jane Sidebottom, con 25 años de experiencia en la industria, se une a la junta. Bischoff aporta más de dos décadas de liderazgo en energía renovable y tecnología climática, habiendo sido COO en Recurve y ocupando puestos ejecutivos en World Energy Solutions y Greensmith Energy Solutions.
La certificación CEE califica la bomba de calor de Gradient para hasta $3,200 en créditos fiscales IRA para propietarios de viviendas a partir del 1 de enero. La empresa ya está enviando las unidades de su Bomba de Calor para Ventana All-Weather 120V, diseñadas para temperaturas extremas y compatibles con tomacorrientes estándar de 120V, apuntando al mercado global de HVAC de $200 mil millones.
그라디언트(Gradient), 지속 가능한 HVAC 솔루션 회사가 패트릭 비쇼프(Patrick Bischoff)를 새로운 CEO로 임명했습니다. 이 발표는 회사의 올웨더 120V 윈도우 히트 펌프가 에너지 효율성 컨소시엄(CEE)으로부터 최고 Advanced Tier 인정을 받은 가운데 이루어졌습니다.
전 CEO이자 공동 창립자인 빈스 로마닌 박사는 CTO로 전환하며, 25년의 업계 경험을 가진 제인 사이드바텀(Jane Sidebottom)이 이사회에 합류합니다. 비쇼프는 재생 에너지 및 기후 기술에서 20년 이상의 리더십 경험을 갖추고 있으며, 이전에 리커브(Recurve)에서 COO로 근무하고 월드 에너지 솔루션(World Energy Solutions)과 그린스미스 에너지 솔루션(Greensmith Energy Solutions)에서 임원직을 역임했습니다.
CEE 인증은 그라디언트의 히트 펌프에 대해 주택 소유자가 1월 1일부터 최대 $3,200의 IRA 세금 크레딧을 받을 수 있도록 자격을 부여합니다. 회사는 극한 온도에 맞게 설계되고 표준 120V 콘센트와 호환되는 올웨더 120V 윈도우 히트 펌프 유닛을 현재 배송하고 있으며, 2000억 달러 규모의 글로벌 HVAC 시장을 목표로 하고 있습니다.
Gradient, une entreprise de solutions HVAC durables, a nommé Patrick Bischoff comme son nouveau PDG. L'annonce intervient alors que la Pompe à Chaleur pour Fenêtre Tout-Temps 120V de la société reçoit la plus haute reconnaissance de niveau Advanced Tier du Consortium pour l'Efficacité Énergétique (CEE).
L'ancien PDG et co-fondateur, Dr. Vince Romanin, passe au poste de CTO, tandis que Jane Sidebottom, forte de 25 ans d'expérience dans l'industrie, rejoint le conseil d'administration. Bischoff apporte plus de deux décennies de leadership dans le domaine des énergies renouvelables et de la technologie climatique, ayant précédemment été COO chez Recurve et occupant des postes exécutifs chez World Energy Solutions et Greensmith Energy Solutions.
La certification CEE qualifie la pompe à chaleur de Gradient pour jusqu'à 3 200 $ de crédits d'impôt IRA pour les propriétaires à partir du 1er janvier. L'entreprise expédie désormais ses unités de Pompe à Chaleur pour Fenêtre Tout-Temps 120V, conçues pour des températures extrêmes et compatibles avec des prises standards de 120V, visant le marché mondial de HVAC de 200 milliards de dollars.
Gradient, ein Unternehmen für nachhaltige HVAC-Lösungen, hat Patrick Bischoff als neuen CEO ernannt. Die Ankündigung erfolgt, während die All-Weather 120V Fensterwärmepumpe des Unternehmens die höchste Advanced Tier-Auszeichnung des Consortium for Energy Efficiency (CEE) erhält.
Der frühere CEO und Mitbegründer Dr. Vince Romanin wechselt zum CTO, während Jane Sidebottom mit 25 Jahren Branchenerfahrung in den Vorstand eintritt. Bischoff bringt über zwei Jahrzehnte Führungserfahrung in den Bereichen erneuerbare Energien und Klimatechnologie mit, nachdem er zuvor COO bei Recurve war und Führungspositionen bei World Energy Solutions und Greensmith Energy Solutions innehatte.
Die CEE-Zertifizierung qualifiziert die Wärmepumpe von Gradient für bis zu 3.200 $ an IRA-Steuergutschriften für Hausbesitzer ab dem 1. Januar. Das Unternehmen versendet nun seine All-Weather 120V Fensterwärmepumpen, die für extreme Temperaturen ausgelegt sind und mit herkömmlichen 120V-Steckdosen kompatibel sind, und zielt auf den globalen HVAC-Markt von 200 Milliarden US-Dollar ab.
- All-Weather 120V Window Heat Pump achieves highest CEE certification level
- Product qualifies for up to $3,200 in IRA tax credits
- New CEO brings proven track record of scaling companies ($500k to $30M revenue growth at Greensmith)
- Company begins shipping new heat pump units
- Product addresses $200B global HVAC market opportunity
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Gradient's All-Weather 120V Window Heat Pump Meets the Highest level Recognized on the Consortium for Energy Efficiency's Qualified Product List as an Advanced Tier Product
Bischoff joins Gradient at a pivotal moment, as the Consortium for Energy Efficiency (CEE) recently established a new category for room heat pumps. Based on its efficiency ratings, Gradient’s All-Weather 120V Window Heat Pump meets the highest level within CEE’s specification, the Advanced Tier. This recognition opens the door to significant opportunities for homeowners and businesses. As of January 1, CEE-certified room heat pumps qualify for up to
"Gradient's mission to decarbonize the HVAC industry while creating comfortable living environments resonates deeply with my professional goals and personal values," said Patrick Bischoff. "The company's innovative technology and partnership with such institutions as the New York City Housing Authority demonstrate its potential to lead transformative change in residential heating and cooling. I look forward to working with the talented Gradient team to scale our impact and accelerate the transition to sustainable energy solutions."
Bischoff brings over two decades of leadership experience in renewable energy, enterprise software, and climate technology. Most recently, he served as Chief Operating Officer at Recurve, where he successfully transformed the company's business model, operationalized market offerings, and secured additional funding. His previous energy-related roles include executive and board positions at World Energy Solutions (formerly Nasdaq: XWES) and Greensmith Energy Solutions, where he led the reorientation of the company and strategic growth initiatives that increased revenue from
"Patrick's deep expertise in scaling climate tech companies and his passionate commitment to sustainability make him the ideal leader to guide Gradient through its next phase of growth," said Dr. Vince Romanin, Gradient's Co-Founder and previous CEO. "His track record of building high-performance teams and driving operational excellence will be instrumental as we expand our reach and impact in the HVAC industry."
With a business and engineering background from the University of
Gradient is celebrating a major milestone alongside its leadership transition with its groundbreaking All-Weather 120V Window Heat Pump units shipping. Engineered for year-round comfort, these units perform efficiently in extreme cold and hot climates. With a sleek design and plug-and-play compatibility with standard 120V outlets, the All-Weather 120V is poised to transform sustainable heating and cooling, underscoring Gradient’s commitment to electrifying and decarbonizing buildings nationwide.
About Gradient
Gradient is rethinking HVAC with innovative, sustainable solutions designed for a decarbonized future. Our All-Weather 120V Window Heat Pump delivers year-round performance with unmatched efficiency and ease of installation, eliminating the barriers of traditional systems. Backed by a team of industry leaders, including talent from Tesla and Nest, Gradient is committed to redefining heating and cooling for modern buildings while minimizing environmental impact. In addition to venture funding, the company has secured non-dilutive funding from the
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