Matt Rogers, co-founder of Nest, is taking a board seat at Quilt, a heat pump startup. Despite Nest's decline under Google, Rogers remains passionate about HVAC efficiency and user comfort. He has been advising Quilt since its seed round, emphasizing the need for improved cooling solutions amidst global warming and rising incomes. Quilt aims to emulate Nest's successful product design approach. With Rogers' involvement, the startup is poised to advance in the smart home market, addressing the growing demand for sustainable heating and cooling technologies.