Understanding Embodied Carbon in BCR 6 Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing Systems
Joan Chen | MEL Candidate | December 3, 2024 Industry Partner: Penny Martyn | UBC Campus + Community Planning Special Thanks To: Forest Borch | ReLoad Sustainable Design Inc. ABSTRACT This research focuses on assessing the embodied carbon contributions of the Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing (MEP) systems for Building C at BCR-6, UBC – a […]
Estimating emissions from shipping in the LNG supply chain
Jasmine Liu | MEL Candidate | December 3, 2024 Mentors: Varun Narayan, Wanying Shi and Heather Jones | S&P Global Commodity Insights Abstract This project aims to assess methane emissions across key stages of the Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG) supply chain, focusing on shipping process. By integrating industry data and developing emission models, the study […]
Analyzing the Impact of Fossil‐Free Investment Strategies on Climate Mitigation
Indrakshi Kundu | MEL Candidate | Dec 3, 2024. Mentors: James Dick, Genus Capital Management Inc. Abstract The project evaluates the Genus Fossil Free High Impact Equity Fund to assess its role in climate mitigation through fossil-free investment strategies. By comparing its carbon intensity and sustainability metrics to traditional portfolios and benchmarks like the MSCI […]
The Role of Renewable Natural Gas at UBC
Haifeng Yang | MEL Candidate | December 3, 2024 Mentors: Maximilian Kneiwasser, Campus & Community Planning, UBC Abstract This project examines the role of Renewable Natural Gas (RNG) in advancing UBC’s Climate Action Plan 2030 goals, focusing on hard-to-electrify areas. It reviews regulatory frameworks in British Columbia and Canada, emphasizing economic and environmental drivers for […]
End‐Use Applications of Carbon Solids Produced via Catalytic Methane Pyrolysis Technology
Xiaoqi Li | MEL Candidate | Dec, 2024. Mentor: Jeffrey Vanderkley, P.Eng. , FortisBC Introduction Catalyst Methane Pyrolysis (CMP) is a highly endothermal reaction requiring a heat input of 74.85 kJ/mol at 298 K. CH4 –> 2H2 + C The Hazer Process uses iron ore as a catalyst to facilitate methane decomposition, producing hydrogen and solid […]
Developing Markets and Quantifying Benefits for Alternative Low Carbon Uses of HTL Products
Iker Bizcarguenaga | MEL Candidate | December 3, 2024 Mentors: David Blair, Project Engineer, PhD, Metro Vancouver Abstract Metro Vancouver is building a hydrothermal liquefaction (HTL) pilot plant at the Annacis Island Waste-Water Treatment Plant, effectively turning sewer waste into biocrude. The key opportunity is to sell this biocrude to a fuel production refinery and […]
Estimating emissions from shipping and regasification in the LNG supply Chain – Outcomes of the Regasification Model
Wentao Li | MEL Clean Energy Candidate | Dec 03, 2024. Mentors: Varun Narayan, Wanying Shi and Heather Jones, S&P Global ABSTRACT Abstract This project focuses on greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions during the regasification process at LNG terminals, with detailed analysis of facilities in China, Japan, South Korea, and Taiwan. The study examines key emission […]
Techno-Economic Analysis – Off-grid & Hybrid EV Charging Infrastructure
Ali Hyder | MEL Candidate | December 3, 2024 Industry Partner: Keegan Hardy, Capital Regional District (CRD) ABSTRACT This project evaluates the techno-economic feasibility of implementing off-grid and hybrid Level II EV Charging Infrastructure (EVCI) to support the CRD’s growing fleet of EVs. The study focuses on designing systems that integrate solar photovoltaics (PV) and […]
Vehicle Grid Integration Pilot Project Design
The Vehicle-to-Grid (V2G) project in British Columbia explores an innovative solution to two pressing challenges: balancing electricity demand during peak periods and reducing greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions. With energy consumption surging in winter due to heating and other needs, the project evaluates the feasibility of using idle electric vehicle (EV) batteries as temporary energy storage […]
Study of Opportunities to Reduce Embodied Carbon Content in Commerical Building Retrofit Technologies
June(Zijun) Jiang | MEL Candidate | Dec 3, 2024. Mentors: Tamanna Garg, CBRE Abstract The built environment sector is a significant contributor to global greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, with embodied carbon comprising a notable share. This study evaluates opportunities to reduce embodied carbon in commercial building retrofits by analyzing roof and wall insulation materials. Key […]