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by a searcher from Texas A&M University
in Boston, MA, USA

6mos ago

Seeking Partner for Energy Services Acquisition or Energy SaaS Build

Hi all - I’m Ashu, based in Boston, working in the renewable energy space, specifically utility-scale solar and battery storage projects. I have close to a decade of industry experience managing large-capex EPC builds across both commercial and technical fronts. I’m exploring two paths where a business-side partner could add real value: (1) Acquisition in Energy/Energy-Adjacent Services I’m evaluating niche technical service businesses with steady demand and strong sector tailwinds: ESCOs, electrical testing & commissioning firms, substation maintenance providers, specialty EPC contractors, protection & controls services, and compliance/safety companies. I bring deep domain insight and industry access; ideal partner brings deal sourcing, financial modeling, or search experience. (2) Early-Stage Energy SaaS Startup I’m also validating a vertical SaaS product that streamlines design-review and closeout workflows for solar/BESS projects - a major and expensive pain point across EPCs and engineering teams. Early interest is strong, and I’m looking for a partner with product/strategy experience to help shape it into a scalable offering. If you're interested in climate tech, ETA in a growing sector, or co-building within the energy ecosystem, please DM me. I’d love to connect! Happy to hear any thoughts folks may have on the subject as well! Best, Ashu

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reply by a searcher 6mos ago
from Davidson College in Boxford, MA, USA

Hi Ashu, I also have significant experience in this space and would be happy to connect.

reply by a searcher 6mos ago
from Texas A&M University in Boston, MA, USA

As of now, I personally view these as full-time endeavours on their own.