SSRIA Member Feature: Building a Low-Carbon Future with Composite Innovation
Eco Fiber Tech is bringing a game-changing approach to Alberta’s construction sector with their upcoming launch of Fiber-Reinforced Polymer (FRP) rebar. Designed as a sustainable alternative to traditional steel rebar, FRP tackles one of the industry’s biggest challenges: embodied carbon, while delivering stronger performance across the entire product lifecycle.
Unlike steel, which is energy-intensive to produce and heavy to transport, FRP rebars such as Glass Fiber-Reinforced Polymer (GFRP) and Basalt Fiber-Reinforced Polymer (BFRP) can reduce CO₂ emissions by up to 85% per functional unit, require 50% less energy to produce, and last 80 to 100 years. They are also 75% lighter than steel, cutting transport costs and lowering emissions further. Eco Fiber Tech is manufacturing just outside of Calgary which further reduces the carbon footprint related to transportation.
“FRP rebar isn’t just more sustainable, it’s cost-effective, durable, and easier to handle,” says the team at Eco Fiber Tech. “Our goal is to make it a cornerstone of low-carbon construction in Alberta and beyond.”
Set to launch in early 2026, Eco Fiber Tech is currently advancing site construction, securing permits, and developing complementary technologies, including an innovative carbon fiber-based radiant floor heating and de-icing system. With nearly 100% electro-thermal conversion efficiency, this system offers safer, more accessible outdoor surfaces during winter, while reducing energy waste.
To ensure the highest standards, Eco Fiber Tech is also implementing a robust quality control framework so every product will undergo rigorous testing to guarantee exceptional reliability and compliance with industry benchmarks.
As a new SSRIA member, Eco Fiber Tech is eager to connect with Alberta’s construction community and forge collaborative partnerships. “Our background in the chemical industry gives us a strong technical foundation. Through SSRIA, we hope to learn, collaborate, and contribute to building low-carbon, cost-effective, and affordable homes for Albertans.”
Looking ahead, Eco Fiber Tech plans to expand its product portfolio with advanced composite solutions for construction, positioning itself as a trusted brand in Alberta and beyond.
By lowering embodied carbon while improving performance, Eco Fiber Tech is proving that sustainable materials can drive the transition to a zero-carbon built environment, one innovation at a time.