Grab a sweater and prepare for a cooler campus
From December 12, UBC will be slightly reducing campus building temperatures in Vancouver in order to conserve natural gas. Be prepared for a cooler campus and take appropriate action.
UBC wins Institutional Energy Management of the Year award from the Association of Energy Engineers
This award recognizes UBC and the contributions of faculty, staff, and students in changing our approach to energy and acting as a living lab to demonstrate what’s possible to the rest of the world.
John Metras appointed Associate Vice-President, Facilities
In this new role John will lead the Infrastructure Development, Building Operations, and Energy & Water Services units as a unified team, providing integrated facilities services for the Vancouver campus.
UBC’s Academic District Energy System featured in IDEA Magazine
The International District Energy Associations 2018 Conference is coming to Vancouver. UBC’s Academic District Energy System is part of the cover story for their latest magazine, preparing conference attendees for their trip to Vancouver.
More Power! BC Hydro Transmission Upgrades Underway
BC Hydro has approved a new plan to expand its transmission infrastructure in anticipation of UBC’s expanding electrical demands.
Bioenergy Research Demonstration Facility (BDRF) expansion approved
The 12 megawatt expansion will to allow campus district energy system to not only meet projected heating demand needs of new buildings, but will also enable over 50% of the campus heating requirements to be met by a clean renewable resource.
Video: Energy & Water Services is reducing energy costs with innovative Wi-Fi-informed building controls
Learn how innovative new technology developed here at UBC is reducing energy costs by “counting” Wi-Fi connections at UBC. This technology could help UBC reduce greenhouse gasses by hundreds of tonnes and save as much as $100,000 per year.
Richard Hugli of Energy & Water Services recognized as United Way Campaign Hero
The haunted power house at UBC lit up last Halloween, raising almost $1750 for the United Way Campaign by offering spooky tours and a staff lunch. For their efforts and creativity, employees Richard Hugli and Shaun Filwok were recognized as 2017 Campaign Heroes.
Joshua Wauthy accepts new Utility Systems Specialist position at UBC
Joshua Wauthy is moving into a new Utility Systems Specialist position with Energy & Water Services. Joshua will be responsible for developing optimization opportunities for existing utility systems, energy efficiency, and water conservation projects as well as business case development for new utility infrastructure and systems.