Avant Guides Clients Through Complex Problems
Avant guides clients through complex problems by organizing information and alternatives in logical ways. We define clear goals and objectives at the start of a project and ensure that all subsequent decisions and actions are consistent with those goals and objectives.

We Help Clients Effectively Implement Energy Projects
Avant helps clients effectively implement energy projects by acting as an owner's representative, ensuring that the client's interests, goals, and objectives are understood and achieved by the project team. We use budgets, schedules, and milestones to ensure that client resources are used wisely and efficiently.

We Communicate Clearly and Effectively with a Broad Range of Stakeholders
We communicate clearly and effectively with a broad range of stakeholders. We understand that each project participant has a varying degree of knowledge and familiarity with the policy and technical issues being discussed. We craft concise reports and presentations that drive at the key decisions and issues facing stakeholders.

We Manage Conservation Programs
We have managed conservation programs for many years, including concept development, marketing, and project management. We have helped residential customers through appliance rebates and energy audits. On the commercial side, we have developed lighting programs. energy audits, motor programs, and custom rebates. We Have a Patent for Ground Source Heat Pump Technology Avant holds a patent for ground source heat pump technology related to an air to liquid heat exchange system. We have been longstanding advocates of ground source heat pumps powered by renewable energy as a sustainable alternative to traditional fossil fuel HVAC systems.

We Engage Legislators and Regulators on Energy Issues Avant engages legislators and regulators on energy issues. We have successfully permitted energy projects with state, county, and local authorities. We have strong relationships with the energy planning and energy conservation staffs at the Minnesota Department of Commerce.