Projects

Our projects turn climate complexity into measurable results. We see every engagement as an opportunity to demonstrate that climate responsibility and financial performance go hand in hand. From building retrofits to new construction and sustainable finance, we partner with developers, asset owners, and financial institutions to embed sustainability into their operations and services. Together, our projects create value by advancing sustainability, managing risk, and strengthening long-term asset performance.

  • Brightside's Climate-Aligned Portfolio

    Brightside: Decarbonizing Affordable Housing

    Supporting a leading affordable housing provider to reach Net Zero by 2035 via climate strategy development and deep emissions retrofits.

    Key Metrics:

    • Board-approved target: Net Zero by 2035
    • 1 Net Zero retrofit implemented
    • 5 Net Zero retrofits underway

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    Banking on Buildings: Climate-Aligned Finance

    Driving climate-aligned real estate through national finance innovation and scalable lending solutions.

    Key Metrics:

    • 4 financial institutions joined so far
    • 4 industry engagement events held across Canada
    • 220+ industry professionals engaged

  • Street corner view of a building with a 'Vancity' sign, storefront, and glass windows, with pedestrians walking on the sidewalk and cars passing by.

    Vancity: Path to Net Zero

    Achieving Vancity's Net Zero target through finance programs and retrofit pilots.

    Key Metrics:

    • 9 non-profit housing providers supported
    • 750+ affordable homes improved
    • 3 financing programs across New Construction, Commercial Retrofits, and Non-Profit Housing Retrofits

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    Entre Nous Femmes: Net Zero Portfolio

    Partnering with a women-led affordable housing provider to plan and deliver portfolio-wide decarbonization.

    Key Metrics:

    • Board-approved target: Net Zero by 2032
    • 5 net zero retrofits underway
    • $18M in grants and low-interest financing secured

  • Squamish Nation: Net Zero Pilot

    Squamish Nation: Net Zero Pilot

    Delivering electrification, emissions cuts, and long-term resilience for the Squamish Nation's community centre.

    Key Metrics:

    • 87% GHG reduction
    • 36% energy cost savings
    • Adding 100 kW of solar PV provides 30% of annual consumption

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    BC Housing: Indigenous Clean Energy Pilots

    Advancing climate-ready affordable housing through TCO analysis of low-carbon, resilient design.

    Key Metrics:

    • 5 envelope upgrade paths evaluated
    • 2.5× higher cost savings with solar PV plus battery storage
    • 40 tCO₂e avoided with batteries compared to diesel backup