‍Introduction‍

Goparity Canada is an innovative online investment platform connecting socially-conscious investors with projects that create significant social and environmental impacts. To further its mission of financing clean energy solutions, Goparity Canada partnered with ClimateDoor to drive sustainable development in Indigenous communities. This collaboration’s inaugural project involved financing working capital for Barkley Project Group, a company dedicated to implementing clean energy initiatives exclusively with Indigenous communities, creating a path toward greater energy resilience and environmental sustainability.

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Goal/Opportunity‍

To provide working capital for Barkley Project Group, enabling them to manage cash flow, engage new clients, and enhance project management capabilities as they support clean energy initiatives across Indigenous communities in Canada. The goal was to connect Goparity’s platform with impactful investors while aligning ClimateDoor’s commitment to Indigenous sustainability.

Challenge

While Barkley Project Group had established a strong reputation for delivering renewable energy solutions to Indigenous communities, the longer sales cycles and slower payback from government-financed projects created cash flow challenges. ClimateDoor and Goparity sought to address this need by attracting capital from socially conscious investors, providing Barkley with the funds necessary to support ongoing projects and fuel growth.

Solution

ClimateDoor and Goparity worked closely to meet Barkley Project Group’s funding needs through a structured partnership and investor outreach program, resulting in the following strategic solutions:

1. Strategic Partnership Formation: Formalized a partnership between ClimateDoor and Goparity to channel funding toward sustainable energy projects for Indigenous communities.

2. Capital Infusion: Secured $100,000 in working capital, providing Barkley with the flexibility to support cash flow, extend project management capabilities, and meet the growing demand for renewable energy infrastructure.

3. Shared Vision for Indigenous Projects: Both ClimateDoor and Goparity aligned on the goal of advancing clean energy projects owned and led by Indigenous communities, fostering community empowerment and resilience.

4. Renewable Project Development: Supported Barkley in bringing impactful renewable energy opportunities to Indigenous communities, including hydro, solar, biomass, and geothermal projects, all aimed at reducing dependency on fossil fuels.

5. Investor Relations & End-to-End Support: Provided comprehensive support from project ideation through near-completion, ensuring a seamless experience for investors interested in sustainable development and Indigenous community upliftment.

Execution and Metrics

ClimateDoor and Goparity’s structured approach achieved tangible results:

• Investor Outreach: Engaged investors through Goparity’s platform, resulting in an average investment of $1,250 per participant.

• Working Capital Raised: Secured a $100,000 funding initiative to support Barkley’s operations and project execution for Indigenous clients.

• Environmental Impact: Projects financed through this capital infusion are estimated to reduce CO₂ emissions by over 957 tons, supporting Canada’s climate goals and improving community resilience.

Results

ClimateDoor’s partnership with Goparity Canada and Barkley Project Group successfully fueled Indigenous clean energy initiatives and empowered Indigenous communities to become sustainable leaders in the clean energy transition:

• Capital Raised: $100,000 in working capital.

• Long-Term Impact: The financing supports 957 tons of CO₂ emission reductions and strengthens Barkley’s ability to lead clean energy projects in Indigenous communities.

• Community Resilience: Barkley’s projects provide 52,000 MWh of clean energy annually, significantly decreasing diesel dependency and enhancing local sustainability.

Conclusion

The collaboration between ClimateDoor, Goparity Canada, and Barkley Project Group exemplifies the power of shared vision in driving impactful sustainable investments. By addressing Barkley’s working capital needs and championing Indigenous-led clean energy initiatives, ClimateDoor and Goparity Canada have created a robust model for financing environmentally and socially responsible projects. Together, they are paving the way for a cleaner, more equitable future through meaningful community partnerships and investment.

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