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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

  • Tony Yang giving a presentation on smart modular construction

    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

    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

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