Oil-ternative® Dust and Road Stabilizer
Oil-ternative® Dust & Road Stabilizer is a bio-based, non-toxic dust suppression and road stabilization product manufactured on Vancouver Island from waste cooking oil. Designed for unpaved roads and industrial sites, it mixes with water for easy application using conventional spray equipment, delivering long-lasting dust control with fewer applications than traditional methods.
For inquiries email us at oil-ternative@ergo.eco or call 778-744-0123
Description
Oil-ternative® Dust & Road Stabilizer is a proprietary bio-based dust suppression and road stabilization solution designed to deliver long-lasting dust control while helping seal and stabilize unpaved road surfaces. The product penetrates into the road material to help reduce loose fines, surface drying, and erosion, resulting in fewer applications and reduced water, labour, and truck usage. Manufactured on Vancouver Island from recycled waste cooking oil. Oil-ternative® also supports circular economy and sustainability objectives by turning food waste into high-performance products.
Video from 2025 pilot with Malahat Nation demonstrating the performance of Oil-ternative® Dust and Road Stabilizer.
Prices and Purchase options: Ergo offers two Purchase Options:
- Full-service, where Ergo provides both the product and application service, and;
- Self-service, where Ergo supplies the product for the end-user to mix and apply as needed.
Both product options and general pricing are outlined in the table below.
Oil-ternative® Dust and Road Stabilizer — Product Purchase Options
| Purchase Option | 1. Full-Service Application | 2. Self-Service Concentrate Supply |
|---|---|---|
| Description | Ergo provides complete on-site application services using our proprietary Oil-ternative® technology. | Ergo supplies concentrated Oil-ternative® product for clients to mix with water and apply using their own equipment and labour. |
| Product Format | Application-ready product supplied and applied by Ergo. | Mix-ready concentrate supplied by Ergo for on-site mixing and application by client. |
| What Ergo Provides | Project assessment and application recommendations, application-ready product mix, spray truck, application equipment, trained operators, mobilization, and application services. | Product concentrate, mixing and application guidance, and technical support. |
| What Client Provides | Site access and scheduling coordination. Water source may be required depending on project. | Mixing tank and equipment, water, spray equipment, operators, application labour, and scheduling. |
| Best Fit For | Clients seeking a turnkey solution with minimal internal equipment or labour requirements. | Operations with existing water trucks, spray equipment, and in-house operators. |
Application Frequency: In our experience, most sites require 3 applications per season (April through September). Application frequency may vary depending on road surface materials, traffic type and use, weather conditions and other variables such as maintenance and management practices.
Additional information and findings from the 2025 pilot:
Selection of recent media resources:
Keys findings as reported in ESE Magazine:
- During the pilot, the solution was applied to a 750-metre section of unpaved road within the Malahat Nation’s eco-industrial business park and compared with both water-only treatment and an untreated control section. According to the results, the product delivered 22% stronger dust suppression, longer-lasting performance and visibly improved road conditions.
- When modeled across a full two-kilometre road section, the results suggest the solution could reduce water use by up to 99.5%, cut greenhouse gas emissions by 98.5%, lower operational costs by up to 65% and reduce overall road maintenance needs.
For project-specific pricing, please contact us to discuss project area, location and other key details. Thanks for your consideration. We look forward to your questions and learning more about your project!
The formulation is designed to be mixed with water and applied using conventional spray equipment, making it compatible with most existing industrial and infrastructure maintenance operations.
This product is supplied as a concentrate and available in pails, drums, and IBC totes. Thoroughly mix with water at a 1:1 ratio prior to application.
| Container (Concentrate) Volume | Application-Ready (Dilute) Volume | Application Rate | Typical Coverage |
| Pail (18.9L) | 37.8 L / 10 gal | 0.6 – 1 litre/m^2 | ~38 – 63 m^2 |
| Drum (208L) | 416 L / 110 gal | 0.6 – 1 litre/m^2 | ~416 – 693 m^2 |
| IBC tote (1000L) | 2000 L / 275 gal | 0.6 – 1 litre/m^2 | ~2000 – 3333 m^2 |
Pilot Results
When compared to water only methods, Oil-ternative® Dust and Road Stabilizer Pilot results demonstrated.:
- Up to 22% stronger dust suppression performance
- Up to 99.5% reduction in water use
- Up to 98% fewer applications required
- Up to 98.5% lower GHG emissions from tanker truck operations
Operational Benefits
- Fewer applications and reduced water hauling
- Lower labour, truck hours, and diesel consumption
- Compatible with conventional spray equipment
- Potential reduction in road maintenance frequency
- Does not corrode vehicles and equipment like some chloride salts
Safety & Sustainability Benefits
- Non-toxic, biodegradable formulation
- Reduces risk of soil salination from chloride salt use
- Conserves water during driest summer months
- Supports local waste diversion and recycling
- Locally manufactured on Vancouver Island
Industries and Applications
- Construction sites and industrial yards
- Mining, aggregates, and quarries
- Municipal and First Nations infrastructure
- Unpaved forestry roads
- Ports and marine terminals
For inquiries email us at oil-ternative@ergo.eco or call 778-744-0123