Bright Power Inc., an energy and water management partner in the U.S. for multifamily real estate owners, operators, managers, and investors has closed a $24.5 million Series B capital raise. The round was led by the BMO impact investment fund and Generate Capital. Previously, the company had raised a $10 million debt facility from WindSail Capital Group and $1.8 million from early angel investors.

Bright Power invests in solar energy and energy efficiency.

“Bright Power’s strength lies in our passion to eliminate negative impacts on the planet while increasing the performance and value of buildings. We are proud to have investors who share the same passion—together we will create a more sustainable future for us all,” said Jeffrey Perlman, CEO and founder of Bright Power.

“BMO’s Impact Investment Fund was established to help drive sustainable outcomes by backing technologies that create a positive impact for both investors and the planet,” said Marc Khouzami, managing Ddrector, BMO impact investment fund. “As part of our goal to be our clients’ lead partner on the transition to a low carbon economy, we are excited to build on BMO’s tradition of sustainability through our investment in Bright Power.”

“We’re excited to partner with the Bright Power team to accelerate our mission to rebuild the world with sustainable, affordable and reliable infrastructure,” said David Perl, managing director at Generate Capital. “We believe energy efficiency offers some of the best economic and environmental returns and we are thrilled to partner with such an innovative team. Bright Power is well positioned to dramatically reduce carbon emissions in the multifamily built environment and improve building performance.”

“It was an honor to facilitate Bright Power in this transaction. Bright Power represents a dynamic new type of company where positive impact and profits are linked, as one grows so does the other,” said Michael Whelchel, co-founder and managing partner of Big Path Capital. “BMO and Generate will help Bright Power continue to scale its important focus on high performance buildings and climate solutions.”