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BUILDEX Alberta
October 21 & 22, 2026
BMO Centre at Stampede ParkCalgary

Smart Sustainable Tech Showcase

Presented by SSRIA

WT101: Smart Sustainable Tech Showcase
Wednesday, October 21
1:00pm - 2:00pm
Expo Hall - TECHCENTRIC Stage (Booth #219)


Join the Smart Sustainable Resilient Infrastructure Association (SSRIA) for an engaging showcase highlighting cutting-edge technologies and processes driving Alberta’s transition to a zero-carbon built environment. This session connects AEC professionals, building owners, and innovators with companies developing solutions to reduce greenhouse gas emissions in building construction and operations. Attendees will explore scalable, energy-efficient technologies through dynamic pitches, discover opportunities for collaboration, and gain insights into sustainable practices shaping the future of Alberta’s building landscape.

Don’t miss this chance to network with industry leaders and learn how to integrate low-carbon innovations into your projects.



Presenting partner

Smart Sustainable Tech Showcase

The Showcase format has been created in response to market demand for opportunities to see new technologies and solutions quickly, efficiently and with commentary from respected industry peers.

Purpose of the showcase:

  • Highlight new technologies, innovations and/or processes driving Alberta’s transition to a zero-carbon built environment
  • Break down barriers to the adoption of new solutions
  • Demystify technological advancements
  • Support the advancement of Western Canada’s building industry towards sustainability, commercial and productivity targets

Types of technologies featured:

  • High-Performance Building Envelopes: Solutions like advanced insulation systems and mass timber foundations that enhance energy efficiency and reduce embodied carbon.
  • Smart Building Systems: Technologies such as machine-learning-driven ventilation controls, IoT monitoring systems, and smart switches for optimized energy use.
  • Renewable and Low-Carbon Energy Solutions: Innovations including sewer heat recovery, earth-tubes, and hybrid panelized retrofit systems designed to lower operational carbon emissions in new and existing buildings.

Innovation showcase format:

  • 5-minute “micro-presentations” delivered live by each innovator company
  • Cross-examination and questioning from a panel of industry experts
  • Expert panel and industry audience vote for their favourite solution

Judges

Judges TBD

Pitching participants

Participants TBD