Energy Shrink provides advisory and consulting services in the decarbonization of the built environment. We work globally with innovative clients in the public and private sectors to decarbonize the buildings sector. We are specialized in energy-efficiency in buildings, also known as high-performance or green buildings.
Combining decades of US and international experience at reputed consulting firms with the flexibility of a small business, the Energy Shrink team offers high-quality consulting that bridges the gap between building science knowledge and the global marketplace. We are also a certified minority women-owned small business (MWBE, DBE).
Smita has been consulting with IFC on the EDGE Green Buildings program since 2016. She has been highly effective and delivered her work with integrity and responsibility. Smita’s technical understanding of green/efficient buildings is remarkable. If you need precision, diligence, and highly technical work, then Smita is the right choice. She is good at making sure that all details are well taken care of while delivering high-quality work.
—Ommid Saberi, Senior Industry Specialist, Green Buildings, IFC World Bank
Service Offerings for Our Clients
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Public Sector
Compliance with executive orders, program implementation assistance, research, analysis...
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Commercial Buildings
Reduction in operating costs, green certifications, incentive programs participation, best practices...
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Multifamily and Homes
Technology choices, solar system sizing, thermal comfort, incentive programs, green certifications ...
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Utilities
Tools, technology analysis, market research, white papers, QA/QC, data analysis, applications ...
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Architects
Tech. assistance, strategies for lighting, equipment, daylighting, envelope, certifications...
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Research & Publications
Products and industry trends, market analysis, interviews, white papers, data visualization...
Portfolio
Our Clients
Smita is an exceptional professional, with excellent work ethics and attention to detail. She has a broad set of technical skills and is able to adapt to new challenges and opportunities.
—Steven Winter, President, Steven Winter Associates, Inc.
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Our Approach
Energy Shrink works with the client to provide creative solutions tailored to their needs. Our approach is thorough, thoughtful, and practical. What you can expect from our projects:
- Scientific rigor
- Principled work ethic
- Balanced viewpoint
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Why Energy Shrink
The combination that sets Energy Shrink apart:
- Depth of building science expertise across a breadth of markets
- Knowledge of architectural design
- Willingness to work collaboratively to create custom solutions for each client
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Partner with us
Energy Shrink actively maintains a network of professional contacts and partners with other organizations, both non-profit and for-profit, to provide a multidisciplinary team on projects. Energy Shrink is also a certified WOSB (women-owned small business) at the US SBA (Small Business Administration), and a certified MWBE (minority woman business enterprise) in the home state of Virginia (SWaM), and in Maryland (MDOT).