Meet Gary Ambach, the Energy Consulting Visionary
With extensive experience in program development and management, and strategic consulting. Based in Greater Texas, Gary combines technical expertise with a deep understanding of finance, operations, and customer-focused solutions to deliver innovative and impactful approaches for businesses and utilities alike.
Skillsets
Gary brings a wide-ranging skill set in energy and sustainability management, including:
Energy program and product portfolio management.
Energy efficiency program management.
Finance program development, including on-bill financing
Customer service excellence
Process improvement
Program development and implementation
Utility energy portfolio management
Sustainability consulting
Innovative and cost effective approaches
Leading and mentoring high-functioning teams
Professional Experience
Gary leads GLA Consulting in delivering products and services to clients while also providing critical support for other consultancy projects focused on utility programs and services. His key achievements include:
Developed and launched behind‑the‑meter and emerging technology programs, including SMB, multifamily/low‑income resilience, air source heat pumps, microturbines, lighting controls, and industrial heat pumps
Designed and implemented business sustainability and energy efficiency programs across residential, commercial, industrial, and low‑income sectors
Led, coordinated, and closed new energy efficiency programs, consulting services, and Energy as a Service (EaaS) offerings
Developed and managed programs spanning energy efficiency, demand response, renewable energy, energy management services, and financing
Created and managed renewable energy and solar programs, including nationally recognized residential programs and initiatives targeting low‑ and moderate‑income customers
Supported utility electrification planning and commercial electric vehicle program development, including grid impact analysis
Developed whole‑home deep retrofit and retro‑commissioning programs for major utilities
Enhanced income‑qualified and low‑income programs by increasing participation, customer benefit, and integration with workforce development
Designed and piloted community‑based low‑income programs in partnership with local organizations
Led development of utility reporting platforms and programs, including hourly carbon intensity reporting and renewable energy/grid mix reporting
Facilitated research initiatives on integrated building controls, grid‑interactive efficient buildings (GEBs), air quality impacts, and evaluation process landscapes in the U.S. and Canada
Supported statewide energy efficiency program evaluations, including EM&V processes, low‑income initiative monitoring, and process evaluation
Managed and expanded utility client portfolios, adding multiple utilities and non‑utility organizations through customized program and financing designs
Led business development for utilities, establishing relationships with dozens of utilities and strategic partners
Designed and launched energy efficiency programs for small‑ and medium‑sized commercial and industrial customers
Managed large‑scale financing initiatives, including a business financing program investing over $125 million in thousands of facilities
Oversaw marketing, outreach, and engagement strategies to increase utility and customer participation
Regularly refreshed program portfolios to integrate new technologies and evolving market needs
Education & Certifications
BS, Chemical Engineering, University of Wisconsin, Madison, WI
US Army Command and General Staff College
Technology and product support training and certifications
Professional Associations
Diversity Executive Leadership Academy
Contact Information
Phone: (651) 706-2634
Email: garyambach7@gmail.com