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HOW WE DO IT
FINANCIAL
ANALYSIS
Lifecycle cost analysis, incentive and grant optimization, and funding strategies that support responsible stewardship of public funds while delivering measurable savings and climate progress.
IMPLEMENTATION & OVERSIGHT
Technology evaluation, pilot program design, and procurement guidance with project management that ensures scalable, resilient delivery aligned with agency timelines and risk tolerance.
STRATEGIC PLANNING
Clean energy and decarbonization strategies aligned with climate action plans, capital improvement programs, regulatory requirements, and equity goals -- integrating distributed energy resources into long-term public infrastructure planning.
EXPERIENCE THE IMPACT
Alelia Parenteau I Sustainability & Resilience Director, City of Santa Barbara
"Working with Optony was a breath of fresh air. They aren't your run of the mill consultant, instead they were innovative and creative, looking for new ways to solve old problems. The plan that they developed for us was the most exciting one I've worked on in my 20-year-career."
John Brooks I Senior Environmental Analyst, City of Thousand Oaks
"Working with Optony has allowed the City to expedite multiple electrification projects, including one we termed "Godzilla" because it is so large and complex. They have provided amazing staff support and technical expertise enabling us to move faster."
Erin Cooke I Former Environmental Affairs Coordinator, City of Cupertino
"Optony is like having a professor to work with in terms of the knowledge and expertise, and a policy wonk that understands what is happening at the federal and state level, and also having a financial expert or whiz working with you on what opportunities are there for you.”
Rachel DiFranco I Sustainability Coordinator, City of Fremont
"Optony provides significant support to partners and clients and demonstrates expert technical competency in...project management. We have a high level of confidence in them and would be pleased to continue receiving technical support and strategic planning assistance from them in their future projects."
OUR TEAM
Optony’s public agency and educational institution experience spans decades, customizing services to fit each institution’s unique needs, goals, and community context.
Byron Paktor
CEO
Natalie Hanson
Director of Energy Programs
Jonathan Whelan
Director of Onsite Energy
Coleman Thompson
Analytics Development Lead
Amanda Craparotta
Energy Analyst
WHERE TECHNICAL RIGOR MEETS LONG-TERM PUBLIC VALUE
Practical clean energy for public infrastructure and operations.
INDEPENDENT TECHNICAL ADVISORY
Objective analysis and project oversight grounded in public-sector priorities, not vendor agendas.
AGENCY
EXPERIENCE
Deep understanding of municipal, county, and regional approval processes, budget constraints, and procurement requirements.
GRANT & FUNDING STRATEGY
Identifying and securing federal, state, and regional funding to maximize project viability and minimize local cost burden.
POLICY
NAVIGATION
Support navigating complex local, state, and federal requirements to ensure compliance and optimize available incentives.
COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT
Facilitating inclusive public input processes that builds trust and support effective program delivery.
RESILIENCE
PLANNING
Designing energy systems that strengthen critical infrastructure and maintain public services during disruptions.