NEXT OFFERING IN DEVELOPMENTInvest in community-owned renewable energy
BVGEC gives Alberta residents an opportunity to invest in locally owned renewable energy infrastructure.
Member investments help finance renewable energy installations across BVGEC’s growing project portfolio. Revenue generated by these projects supports operating costs, investor returns and BVGEC’s broader community mission.
Current status: BVGEC’s first share offering is closed. Join the list to hear when the next investment opportunity becomes available.
Invest in more than renewable energy
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Local infrastructure
Help finance renewable energy installations on businesses, non-profits and community properties across Alberta.
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Potential returns
Eligible investment shares may provide a financial return according to the terms of each individual share offering.
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Community impact
Support local economic development, reduced emissions and the continued growth of community-owned energy.
How BVGEC’s investment model works
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Members invest
When an offering is available, eligible BVGEC members purchase investment shares to help finance BVGEC’s renewable energy portfolio.
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BVGEC develops projects
BVGEC works with host sites to finance, install, own and manage renewable energy systems.
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Host sites purchase the energy
The renewable energy generated is sold to the host site under a long-term agreement.
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Revenue supports the portfolio
Project revenue covers financing, operations and maintenance. Any investor returns and allocations to community initiatives are made according to the offering terms and BVGEC’s financial performance.
A portfolio-based investmentYour investment supports BVGEC’s wider portfolio
When you purchase investment shares in BVGEC, you aren’t investing in only one solar installation. You become an investor in the cooperative and its portfolio of renewable energy projects.
A growing portfolio can provide income from multiple projects, host sites and locations. While diversification can help distribute project-specific risk, all investments still involve risk and returns are not guaranteed.
Membership comes first
Every BVGEC investor must first be a member of the cooperative. However, becoming a member does not require you to invest and does not guarantee access to a future investment offering.
Membership share
One-time $100 lifetime share
Open to Canadian residents aged 18+
Gives you one vote in the co-op
Does not pay dividends
Required before investing
Investment shares
Purchased through a specific offering
Available only to eligible Alberta residents
Help finance BVGEC’s renewable energy portfolio
May provide a financial return
Terms vary by offering
Who can invest?
Investment opportunities are available only to eligible Alberta residents who are BVGEC members.
Each share offering has its own:
Investment eligibility requirements
Share price and minimum purchase
Target return
Investment term
Payment and subscription process
Risks, conditions and availability
The applicable Offering Statement and Subscription Agreement provide the complete terms for each opportunity and should be reviewed carefully before investing.
Current investment opportunity
The next BVGEC share offering is in development
BVGEC’s first share offering is now closed. The co-op is developing additional renewable energy projects and preparing the details of its next investment opportunity.
Join the investment list to receive updates when offering details, eligibility requirements and investment documents become available.
Community energy in action
Explore the renewable energy projects BVGEC and its members have helped bring to life across the Bow Valley and beyond.
Real Impact, Built Locally
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1.36 GWh
Clean energy produced by community-owned projects
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$179K
Invested directly by local community members, leveraged into $800K of renewable energy assets
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884.3 Tonnes
Carbon emissions offset through renewable energy
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455 kW
Solar capacity installed across projects
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$3.5K
Reinvested into local initiatives
*All numbers as of 2026
Investor FAQs
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Yes. All investors must first become BVGEC members. Membership is open to Canadian residents aged 18 and older, but only eligible Alberta residents can invest.
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No. Membership and investing are separate. Members only become investors if they choose to purchase investment shares through an available offering.
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BVGEC’s first share offering is closed. Join the investment list to receive notice of future opportunities.
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The minimum is established separately for each share offering. Review the current Offering Statement for the applicable share price and minimum purchase.
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Returns are not guaranteed. Any target return, payment schedule and conditions will be outlined in the applicable Offering Statement.
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BVGEC’s investment shares support the cooperative and its portfolio of renewable energy projects rather than providing direct ownership in a single installation.
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The redemption, transfer and withdrawal terms depend on the applicable share offering and should be reviewed in the Offering Statement and Subscription Agreement.
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No. Investment shares involve risk and are not the same as a guaranteed deposit. Prospective investors should carefully review all offering documents and consider obtaining independent financial, legal or tax advice.
Interested in investing with BVGEC?
Become a member now and join the investment list to be notified when BVGEC’s next share offering becomes available. Questions about investing? Contact BVGEC.