Newsfeed
The latest in sustainable building industry news, innovations and technologies.
This newsfeed is compiled of upcoming training opportunities, SSRIA member features, SSRIA Spotlight Series interviews (with both team leads and collaborators), and so much more. Check back here regularly to be in the know!
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SSRIA Member Feature: Build Neutral Inc.
Supporting the transition to a zero-carbon built environment through scientifically defensible environmental data and life cycle modeling. As the construction industry faces increasing pressure to meet ESG goals and strict carbon reduction targets, companies must move beyond broad sustainability claims toward credible, data-driven environmental evidence. Build Neutral is addressing this need by providing manufacturers, developers,…
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Announcement: New SSRIA Innovation Fund Projects
We are thrilled to announce that the SSRIA Innovation Fund is supporting two groundbreaking projects in partnership with Kehewin Cree Nation and MV3 Construction System Ltd. These initiatives represent a significant leap forward in sustainable, high-performance housing for Albertan communities. The MV3 Construction System is launching a pilot project in Calgary, Alberta, to revolutionize energy-efficient…
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SSRIA Member Feature: EcoSpex
Supporting the transition to a zero-carbon built environment by automating and streamlining manufacturer data for smarter procurement. As the construction industry faces increasing pressure to meet ESG goals (Environmental, Social, and Governance) and carbon reduction targets, the task of evaluating and specifying sustainable materials has become a significant administrative hurdle. EcoSpex is changing that landscape…
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SSRIA is seeking candidates for open board positions
The SSRIA is seeking candidates for three (3) board positions that are coming available as a result of current terms expiring. The SSRIA Board of Directors provide governing support, strategic direction and are industry champions of our mission. Board members should be a representative of a SSRIA member company which include the following: Architecture, Engineering and…
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SSRIA Member Feature: ThermoDrain
We’re pleased to welcome EcoInnovation Technologies Inc, manufacturer of ThermoDrain, as our newest member in the SSRIA community. ThermoDrain supports the transition to a zero-carbon built environment by reducing energy demand, lowering greenhouse gas emissions, and helping buildings meet high-performance and sustainability standards. By capturing and reusing heat from wastewater, this drain water heat recovery…
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Smart Sustainable Resilient Infrastructure Association (SSRIA) is awarded a Canada Clean50 Top Project Award.
October 27th, 2025 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Smart Sustainable Resilient Infrastructure Association (SSRIA) is awarded a Canada Clean50 Top Project Award. (Alberta, Canada) – The Smart Sustainable Resilient Infrastructure Association (SSRIA) is proud to announce that its Green Building Technology Network (GBTN) has been recognized with a 2026 Clean50 Top Project Award, celebrating its leadership in…
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Made in Canada: low-carbon solutions
Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney recently highlighted the importance of “buying Canadian” to strengthen our economy and accelerate the shift to a low-carbon future. Across the country, innovators are developing world-class solutions that cut carbon, improve efficiency, and create sustainable buildings. Here are some Canadian-made building solutions just from SSRIA members alone to keep your…
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SSRIA Member Feature: Eco Fiber Tech
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…
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SSRIA Member Feature: No Retrofit? No Problem. Optiem Energy’s Scalable Solution for Net-Zero Buildings
SSRIA Member Feature: No Retrofit? No Problem. Optiem Energy’s Scalable Solution for Net-Zero Buildings Optiem Energy is working with organizations across Canada to make buildings more efficient and sustainable, without the need for major retrofits. By combining edge computing with IoT sensors, they track energy use in real time and uncover practical ways to cut…
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05-29-25 – Press Release- SSRIA Advances Low-Carbon Innovation with Latest Project Funding
This next round of SSRIA Innovation Fund projects will showcase the impactful contributions of Alberta’s leading innovators and visionaries in the building sector. SSRIA is proud to announce an additional $1.1 Million from their Innovation Fund towards an additional seven demonstrations of new low carbon technologies for buildings; adding to their previous momentum towards a…