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Advancing Renewable Energy Through Microbial Research
Dr. Ryan Ziels is collaborating with FortisBC on a research project focused on improving renewable natural gas (RNG) production from organic waste Read More
UBC Civil Engineering Researchers Lead Clusters Advancing Infrastructure Innovation and Disaster Resilience
Dr. Tony Yang and Dr. Carlos Molina Hutt lead GCRC-funded clusters on resilience and infrastructure. Read More
Building Climate-Relevant Skills in Civil Engineering Classrooms
Dr. Tamara Etmannski leads a UBC project integrating carbon literacy into engineering courses to prepare students for climate challenges. Read More
UBC Civil Engineering Leads $8.27M National Initiative to Tackle Housing Supply Through Sustainable Modular Construction
UBC Civil Engineering researchers are shaping a more sustainable, climate-resilient future for Canada Read More
Dr. Bernard Laval Reappointed Department Head
We are pleased to announce his appointment has been extended for a new term, beginning July 1, 2025. Read More

UBC CIVIL ENGINEERING AT-A-GLANCE

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Faculty members

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