Jon Harrod, Ph.D, is a contractor, author and electrification advocate. In 2006 Jon founded Snug Planet, an award-winning home performance company based in Ithaca NY. From its initial focus on energy audits and envelope improvements, Snug Planet grew to offer whole-home solutions, including moisture management, deep energy retrofits, and HVAC upgrades. Beginning in 2015, Jon' focus shifted to heat pumps. In 2023, he co-founded Housitive, a startup focused on bringing high-quality, affordable heat pump installations to Long Island. Jon writes a regular column for Green Building Advisor; his articles has also appeared in Home Energy Magazine, Building Performance Journal; and ASHRAE Journal.