RetroFix AI (YC S24)

RetroFix AI (YC S24) is making it easy for buildings to decarbonize. They are starting by helping buildings secure government subsidies to become more energy efficient. Purchasing energy-efficient equipment is difficult and expensive and requires expert installation. Free money from local utilities and the state government can help offset these costs, but that money is often tied to very lengthy and time-intensive applications. RetroFix AI is helping to automate this application process. Contractors (the people applying for this money) often spend days and weeks researching the latest requirements and conducting on-site inspections to submit a lengthy application. In cities like New York, where 2/3 of all carbon emissions come from building operations, it is estimated that over the next 6 years, approximately $20B in investment will be committed to implementing energy-efficient equipment in buildings across the city. Founded by Isaac T. and Daniel Portela, RetroFix is streamlining incentive applications by helping contractors and building owners automatically apply for and maximize the amount of money they can get for their energy-efficient equipment. Think of them as the “TurboTax” for building rebates. They're using AI and software to recommend the best subsidies, eliminate the long hours dedicated to perfecting an application, and make them so easy you can even finish them from your phone. Congrats Isaac and Daniel on the launch! ?? https://lnkd.in/gDF87VRd