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Affine Climate Solutions is bridging the gap between climate-aligned building transformation and sustainable real estate finance.

We reshape how buildings and infrastructure are designed, improved, and financed. Our solutions prove that profitability and climate responsibility are mutually reinforcing. We forge paths toward economic vitality that align with ecological stewardship, delivering immediate and long-term results for our clients while driving measurable climate recovery.

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Our Story

Affine Climate Solutions was founded by a team of sustainability leaders, climate finance specialists, and experienced project managers who recognized a critical gap: Canada's ambition to decarbonize buildings has outpaced the understanding of clear pathways and the financial and technical tools to achieve it. Affine was created to bridge that gap—turning bold climate goals into actionable, scalable solutions.

As a non-profit, Affine offers a unique advantage by combining access to grants and blended finance with a flexible, multi-tier fee structure. Operating as a fee-for-service consultancy, we provide hands-on advisory, climate strategy, and project management to deliver deep retrofits, new builds, and sustainable finance solutions efficiently and cost-effectively.

Our work is supported by provincial and federal organizations, philanthropic foundations, and private companies, enabling us to align public policy, private capital, and technical delivery within one integrated ecosystem.

Through partnerships with major banks, credit unions, housing providers, and First Nations communities, we’re not just designing low-carbon projects - we’re creating and implementing the strategies and financial pathways that make them possible.

Meet our Team

Our hands-on approach bridges theory and practice, enabling clients to initiate impactful decarbonization journeys from day one.

  • A smiling woman with short dark hair, wearing a white button-up shirt with red accents and red earrings, standing against a light gray background.

    Michaela Neuberger

    Executive Director

    An even keel and a bright eye for conscientious leadership
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    Michaela is a caring, pragmatic, and collaborative leader known for her ability to communicate. She uses technical knowledge and business acumen to carry ambitious vision into practical implementation. Michaela has over 15 years of professional experience in the private and public sectors. She managed operational improvement projects in the construction industries of England, Germany, and France. In B.C., Michaela has worked on market transformation initiatives for new construction, existing buildings, and low carbon electrification for BC Hydro and the City of Vancouver. Recently, Michaela was the Director of Operations for Vancouver’s Zero Emissions Building Exchange. A mother of two, Michaela is thoroughly committed to helping create healthier futures.

  • Paul Reynolds

    Paul Reynolds

    Director of Projects & Founder

    Impactful strategy with incisive wit.
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    Paul is the co-founder of Affine Climate Solutions and founder of Fulcrum Projects, a Vancouver-based project management firm. A systems thinker with nearly 20 years’ experience, he specializes in overseeing complex public and private sector projects. Paul is known for collaborating effectively with clients and delivering projects on-time and on-budget. Past clients include TELUS, BC Hydro, and Public Services and Procurement Canada. A leader in climate change mitigation, he works with the real estate and financial sectors to plan low-carbon and resilient new construction and retrofit projects that enhance occupant wellness.

  • Mohini Singh

    Mohini Singh

    Project Manager

    Calm, collaborative, and methodical.
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    Mohini supports clients and initiatives to integrate green and resilient building strategies. She brings over a decade of experience advancing low-carbon development in the building sector, with a background in architecture and master’s degrees in environmental planning and public policy. Mohini specializes in climate mitigation and resilience, carbon assessment, and analyzing net-zero potential across public and private sector projects through data-driven decision-making and stakeholder engagement. In B.C., she has worked with the Climate Action Secretariat, BC Public Service, Ecotrust Canada, and the UBC Sustainability Hub. Previously, she led green building initiatives across South Asia with the World Bank Group, partnering with governments and the private sector to scale low-carbon solutions.

  • Aman Gill

    Aman Gill

    Project Manager

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    Aman brings experience in commercial finance, real estate development, and climate policy. She began her career in commercial lending, developing expertise in credit evaluation, business planning, and capital feasibility. She later transitioned into real estate and renewable energy infrastructure, contributing to the delivery of 300+ geothermal units across commercial, multi-family, and single-family developments in the Lower Mainland, BC. Her work included financial feasibility, pro forma development, lender coordination, and municipal planning to ensure projects were economically viable. Aman holds an MBA, the CFA Institute Certificate in ESG Investing, and the University of Toronto’s Climate Change Policy and Practice certificate. She integrates finance, development economics, and climate policy to support financially grounded decarbonization strategies.

  • Chelsea Nicholson

    Chelsea Nicholson

    Project Manager

    Strategic mind. Organized drive. High‑energy heart. 
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    Chelsea is a project manager specializing in building retrofits, driven by a commitment to creating safe, comfortable, and energy‑efficient homes. With a Master of Environment degree, she brings experience in energy efficiency, sustainability, and coordinating complex projects in the built environment. Her background includes sustainability consulting on new builds and renovations in Australia and supporting major campus upgrade initiatives at the University of Melbourne. In B.C., Chelsea has led retrofit projects for non‑profit housing providers, securing funding and managing the City of Vancouver’s $2.2M Non‑Profit Resilient Retrofit Grant Program, which unlocked over $27M in external funding across 15 buildings. Known for her empathy and organized approach, she delivers impactful, climate‑resilient projects.

  • Hoang Do

    Hoang Do

    Finance Manager

    Smart solutions offered with mindful clarity.
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    Hoang is a dedicated finance professional with two decades of experience in accounting, budgeting, and organizational systems. He brings a calm, solutions-oriented approach and is known for making complex financial information clear. Hoang spent eight years with WWF in the Greater Mekong region, overseeing multi-country finance operations and leading improvements in compliance, ERP systems, and financial training. At Affine, he manages budgeting, reporting, payroll, tax compliance, grant tracking, and financial systems, supporting transparency and strong stewardship. Passionate about climate action, Hoang is committed to helping organizations achieve net-zero and climate-resilient goals through practical, actionable solutions.

  • Jamie Gray-Donald

    Jamie Gray-Donald

    Senior Advisor

    Practical wisdom for sustainable real estate
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    Jamie supports Affine’s team on strategic initiatives. He holds a PhD in Adult Education from the University of Toronto and began his career in international development and academia. In 2008, he launched the sustainability program at Sears Canada, helping families reduce their homes’ carbon footprints, and later led Bentall Kennedy’s sustainability program. In 2016, Jamie joined QuadReal Property Group as Senior Vice President, Sustainability. Within three years, he built a dedicated team that earned recognition as the top-ranked real estate firm in North America for sustainability. Jamie developed tenant engagement programs and portfolio decarbonization strategies across a $70 billion portfolio, achieving significant annual carbon reductions with attractive internal rates of return.

  • John Cheung

    John Cheung

    Senior Project Advisor

    Identify the recoverable risks early and keep them small.
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    With 25 years’ experience in the construction industry, including senior roles at CBRE and Colliers Project Leaders, John brings extensive expertise to Affine as a Senior Project Advisor for retrofits. He has overseen more than $1.5 billion in construction projects across the public and private sectors, delivering hundreds of successful initiatives. John’s background in building engineering technology and construction management enables him to balance time, budget, and constructability while managing change effectively. His strategic approach maximizes return on investment through robust planning, quality controls, and risk management. At Affine, John supports the implementation of deep emission retrofit projects, guiding clients through sustainable, cost-effective building solutions tailored to their needs.

Our Board of Directors

  • Morgan McDonald

    Morgan McDonald

    Co-Founder
    Affine Climate Solutions

    Director - Corporate Sustainability
    Ledcor Industries
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    Morgan is Affine’s co-founder and provides strategic and technical leadership on projects and new opportunities. He is also Director, Corporate Sustainability at Ledcor Industries, one of Canada's largest and most diversified construction companies. He previously led a program called Ledcor Renew, which supports commercial and institutional building owners in understanding the financial and technical feasibility of high-performance projects for both new construction and retrofits. Morgan has over 20 years’ experience in renewable energy, carbon finance, and sustainability education. He serves on the board of directors for QUEST Canada and was a past BC Chapter Chair and national director with the Canada Green Building Council. Morgan is also a Juno award-winning musician.

  • Divya Vedartham

    Divya Vedartham

    Managing Director - Energy & Sustainability
    CBRE
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    Divya’s background in architecture, sustainability, and business gives her a holistic perspective on the development of high-performance real estate. She helps clients create comprehensive sustainability and energy strategies that align with business goals and deliver positive community impact. Drawing on her strengths as a researcher and communicator, Divya facilitates integrated design workshops and stakeholder engagement processes to translate client values into clear, actionable performance requirements and innovative solutions. A sustainability advocate and lifelong learner, she is passionate about knowledge sharing and community education, and about helping organizations align their values with meaningful, real-world outcomes.

  • Mel de Jager

    Mel de Jager

    Director - ESG Infrastructure & Renewable Resources
    British Columbia Investment Management Corporation (BCI)
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    Mel focuses on ESG strategy and integration within BCI’s Infrastructure & Renewable Resources portfolio, including due diligence, asset management, engagement with portfolio companies, and portfolio monitoring. Previously, Mel was Vice President, Climate Change, Resilience & Sustainability at WSP Canada, leading a national sustainability and climate advisory practice providing services across a range of sectors, including financial services, infrastructure, industry, real estate, and government. Prior to WSP, Mel was a Principal at SSG, leading the delivery of decarbonization and climate resilience plans for several Canadian cities, including Toronto and Halifax. Mel holds a Bachelor of Engineering, a Master of Planning, and PEng (Professional Engineer) and PMP (Project Management Professional) designations.

Our Values

  • We master and extend the playbook. With a deep understanding of conventions and a keen eye for the possible, we forge the best solution to drive ambitious and resilient improvements in each unique circumstance.

    Blending pragmatism and innovation, we deliver tangible transformation, safeguarding and amplifying market value. Our focused approach drives adaptive strategies across decarbonization, climate resilience, health and wellbeing, and circular economy development. We prioritize comprehensive solutions that align profit with climate recovery.

  • We catalyze immediate, enduring climate alignment. Climate alignment entails preparedness for changing circumstances, equipment for continual improvement, and swift, meaningful progress.

    Robust tools and strategies empower our clients and partners to navigate uncertainty and change effectively. By prioritizing accelerated learning and strategic piloting, we maximize efficiency, minimize waste, and fast-track practical custom-fit solutions-delivering measurable outcomes from day one.

  • Effective climate alignment acknowledges and incorporates diverse viewpoints. We foster partnerships and engage stakeholders with curiosity and a focused approach. Active listening enables us to integrate with existing teams, complementing their strengths and enhancing their effectiveness.

    We pursue evidence-based, structured decision-making to extend our quantitative models. Our focus is on clarifying objectives, exploring alternatives, and fostering collective deliberation on complex value-based trade-offs.

  • We're down-to-earth professionals who value genuine connections.

    We join your project as people, not just experts. We're here to listen as much as we speak, learn as much as we teach, and find the best ideas together. Expect honest conversations, authentic interactions, and a genuine commitment to your success. We give credit where it's due and own our limitations.

  • Our commitment extends beyond quick fixes to the enduring benefit of the planet, its inhabitants, and the organizations we serve. We create solutions for lasting improvement, balancing urgent needs with far-reaching, sustainable outcomes that foster environmental stewardship and build long-term organizational resilience and success.

  • At Affine, diversity and inclusion are central to our values. We oppose prejudice in all forms and reject discriminatory policies. Prejudgment is the antithesis of discovery. We value individuals based on merit, regardless of race, gender, sexual orientation, age, religion, or background. We champion diversity of thought, creativity, and perspective - benefits we extend to our clients.

    Our commitment goes beyond tolerance; we actively embrace our differences as a source of strength and innovation. This approach drives our climate recovery mission and fosters a vibrant, inclusive culture where every team member and client can thrive and contribute meaningfully.