About
Ardent Energy Solutions, a subsidiary of the Vaha Group, is the culmination of 17 years of expertise in solar and battery project development, energy efficiency implementation, and LEED certification. We are committed to delivering solutions that are not only well-conceived but also effectively executed. Our focus on simplicity stems from a deep understanding that overly complex energy solutions and their implementations can extend project timelines, drive up costs, and even derail promising initiatives.
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WHY CHOOSE US?
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Because we've been in your shoes. We have developed and implemented every service we offer, drawing from firsthand experience to truly understand what it takes to achieve meaningful energy savings and carbon reduction. We know the real-world costs, performance metrics, and challenges involved. Our mission is to share the invaluable lessons we've learned, empowering our customers to achieve substantial savings and tangible results.
Our Mission
At Ardent Energy Solutions, our passion is saving through simplicity. Our mission is to help our clients save over $1 billion in energy costs within the next five years, enabling them to reinvest in their growth and success. Simultaneously, we're dedicated to reducing CO2 emissions by 350 million tons through our sustainability efforts.
Our Values
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Innovation — While many companies claim it, we live it. Innovation is at the core of our commitment to both our clients and our team.
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Courage — We dare to explore new methods, techniques, and solutions to ensure we deliver the best possible service to our clients.
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Curiosity — We are eager learners, deeply interested in understanding our clients, who they truly are, and how we can best serve their needs.
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Responsibility — We take full ownership of our actions, without excuses.
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Selflessness — Our focus is entirely on our clients and the betterment of the environment, not on ourselves. Our mission is greater than any individual ego.
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Celebration — We honor our clients for their incredible vision in driving both their business efficiency and environmental progress. We celebrate each of our team members for their dedicated efforts.
Our Founders
As veterans in clean energy and sustainability, we founded Ardent Energy Solutions with a clear vision: to simplify the process of saving our clients money on energy bills while significantly reducing their carbon footprints.
Senior Consultant
Gaye Tomlinson
I’m deeply committed to sustainability and delivering exceptional energy solutions to our clients. Every dollar saved and every ton of CO2 offset brings me closer to fulfilling my life’s mission. With 17 years of clean energy development and energy optimization experience, I’m here to make the most significant impact possible. As an engineer with an MBA from Cornell University, I’m also a keynote speaker on sustainability, start-up strategy, and work-life balance for women executives.
Senior Consultant
Geoff Tomlinson
I've driven the growth of renewable energy solutions for over 17 years, with expertise in business strategy, financial modeling, LEED consulting, and AHJ negotiations. We’ve collaborated with global brands like the LA Lakers, Safeway, and Disney to achieve sustainability goals. I’m passionate about advancing solar energy adoption and co-founded Ardent Energy Solutions to make renewable energy accessible, affordable, and reliable for everyone.