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  • Trans Mountain Expansion Project – Leading Environmental Protection in Energy Infrastructure

    The Trans Mountain Expansion Project (TMEP) has set a new standard for environmental stewardship and education in energy infrastructure through its Environmental Protection Rules (EPRs). Designed to minimize environmental impacts, these 10 industry-leading rules ensure ecosystem preservation, wildlife protection, and cultural heritage conservation while engaging 35,000+ workers in environmental training. During construction, TMEP successfully: The…

  • Trade Winds to Success: High Efficiency Homes for Indigenous Communities

    Through its High-Efficiency Homes for Indigenous Communities initiative, Trade Winds to Success is transforming lives by providing Indigenous students with hands-on construction training while building energy-efficient homes for communities in need. This Indigenous-led non-profit is tackling both the housing crisis and employment barriers by equipping students with real-world skills in sustainable construction, setting them on…

  • Okâch – Îyethkabi Oûgitûbi: Pioneering Energy Efficiency and Sustainability in Cold Climates at the Banff Community Pavilion

    Located in Banff National Park, the Okâch – Îyethkabi Oûgitûbi pavilion sets a new benchmark for sustainable, energy-efficient, and accessible infrastructure in cold climates. Designed in collaboration with HSS Design Build and the Town of Banff, this low-carbon, high-performance facility highlights how public spaces can enhance community well-being while minimizing environmental impact. The state-of-the-art pavilion…

  • ENMAX Community Solar Fund

    The ENMAX Community Solar Fund brings solar energy to local neighborhoods. It’s a partnership between The City of Calgary and ENMAX that has invested $5 million to create solar power systems on community buildings. These solar systems help reduce the costs of running these buildings and also cut down on greenhouse gas emissions. The program…

  • The Smart Sustainable Resilient Infrastructure Association

    The Smart Sustainable Resilient Infrastructure Association (SSRIA) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to transforming the Architectural, Engineering, and Construction (AEC) industry towards a zero-carbon built environment. With a mission to accelerate the adoption of innovative low-carbon solutions for buildings, SSRIA provides support and growth opportunities for companies within Alberta’s AEC sector. Through demonstration project funding,…

  • Echo Haven project

    Melcom Homes’ Echo Haven project is leading the charge toward sustainable living within Alberta’s major cities including Calgary and surrounding areas. Through innovative design and cutting-edge technologies, this project aims to redefine modern living by seamlessly integrating eco-consciousness with comfort and functionality. From inception to completion, Melcom Homes prioritizes eco-friendly practices at every stage of…

  • SSRIA: Transforming the AEC Industry Towards a Net Zero Built Environment

    SSRIA is a non-profit association who is taking a collaborative and industry-led approach to accelerate the adoption of innovative solutions that reduce carbon in the built environment. They are actioning their mission through demonstration projects, business growth services, and sharing the latest expertise in innovative low carbon building technologies, products, and practices.  To date SSRIA has…

  • Solar Aquatic Systems Wastewater Treatment

    Brazeau County Council actively seeks innovative ways of treating wastewater in an environmentally friendly process. The goal of the Solar Aquatic Systems (SAS) Wastewater Treatment project was to treat wastewater to a high quality while keeping the facility footprint small and using green technology. The facility is 2000 square feet and is designed to treat…

  • Ecoplast Solutions: Building Houses from Recycled Plastic Bottles

    Ecoplast manufactures building materials made from 100% recycled plastic bottles and uses the product to design and build high-performance dwellings. This revolutionary green building technology provides a sustainable solution that enables circular economics in the highly wasteful construction industry. Depending on its size, one Ecoplast dwelling upcycles between 600,000 and 2 million plastic bottles and…

  • The Confluence

    Located in the Summer Village of Waiparous, Alberta, this unique, environmentally regenerative, 2,238 sq.ft. residence is one of the greenest homes on the planet! Southern Alberta Institute of Technology (SAIT), Woodpecker European Timber Framing, and an Alberta family have partnered to construct a one-of-a-kind home in the foothills of southern Alberta — one that produces…