Innovation Summer 2026

PROJECT HIGHLIGHTS | 2025-2026

The UBC Asian Centre Building project in Vancouver demonstrates enhanced building performance while supporting long-term climate resilience in existing infrastructure. Led by UBC Facilities’ Energy and Water Services Building Management System team, this in house retrofit improved occupant comfort, system reliability, and energy performance through targeted optimization of building mechanical systems. The retrofit modernized aging control UBC ASIAN CENTRE BUILDING - WIRELESS CONTROLLER UPGRADE

infrastructure within a heritage academic facility where preserving the original building structure was a key consideration. The team implemented an innovative wireless mesh control approach to upgrade legacy variable air volume controllers, minimizing physical disruption, reducing construction waste, and preserving architectural integrity. Wireless sensors and controllers provide real-time, zone-level data that enables more precise thermal comfort control, improved system responsiveness, and advanced operational strategies aligned with industry best practices for high-performance HVAC operation and energy conservation. The upgraded system also supports ongoing monitoring and continuous optimization. Company: UBC Participants: Jaelim Jeon, P.Eng. P hoto : M artin D ee (UBC)

The Fraser Highway One-Way revitalization project from 204 to 206 Streets represents the single FRASER HIGHWAY ONE-WAY UTILITIES AND PUBLIC REALM

largest revitalization project in Langley City’s history. Aplin Martin led the multidisciplinary design to fully

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