The Green Brew: A comprehensive Analysis of Hydrogen Integration in Breweries for Sustainable Operations
Aigerim Akiltayeva | MEL Candidate | Dec 14, 2023. Mentors: George Patrick Richard Benson, Vancouver Economic Commission; ABSTRACT This project explores the potential applications of hydrogen in brewery operations, focusing on its use as a heat source in steam generators, particularly for steam-heated vessels crucial in brewing. Additionally, it examines opportunities for hydrogen integration in […]
Mapping Opportunities: Assessing Viability and Effectiveness of Residential Solar Installations in Canada
Abstract Amidst Canada’s commitment to the Paris Agreement and the 2030 emission reduction goals, “Mapping Opportunities” critically examines the role of residential solar installations in this national analysis. Structured around the deployment of a standardized 12 kW system comprising 24 Longi Solar LR5-66HPH-500M panels and APsystems DS3-L microinverters, the study compares energy outputs and savings […]
Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) Technology Evaluation and Market Entry Strategy as a New Project Developer in British Columbia, Canada
SHILAM PATEL | MEL Candidate | ROOM C400 | DEC 14, 2023 | 11:45 – 12:15 PM; PROJECT MENTOR: BENJAMIN HWANG, WORLEY CONSULTING, UNITED STATES; ABSTRACT: Cimate change, driven by the increasing concentration of greenhouse gases (GHGs) in the Earth’s atmosphere, presents substantial global challenges. Variety of Energy storage technologies exists such as Thermal, Mechanical. […]
Comparing Hydrogen’s Operational Performance to Other Leading Energy Technologies in Road Transportation
VICTORIA IBIDUNI IBRAHIM | ROOM C400 | DEC 14, 2023 |13:00 – 13:30 PROJECT MENTORS: DOMINIC GIROUX, ESHITA SWAIN, JULIAN FERNANDEZ-ORJUELA, SAUMYA BHAVSAR – WSP IN CANADA ABSTRACT In response to Canada’s road transportation sector contributing 156 megatonnes of CO2e emissions in 2019 [1], this capstone project undertakes a comparative operational analysis of Hydrogen fuel […]
Hydrogen Deblending Applications in British Columbia
Shuyuan Geng | MEL Candidate | Dec 14, 2023 Mentor: Matthew Hill ,FortisBC ABSTRACT This project investigates the separation of hydrogen from a specific FortisBC Energy Inc. (FEI) Intermediate Pressure pipeline asset based on an anticipated future hydrogen blend of 5 vol%.This study presents an economic and technical evaluation of three hydrogen separation configurations—a two-stage […]
Atmospheric and Oceanic Carbon Removal Projects to get UBC to Net-Zero
Sanita Rahman | MEL Candidate | DEC 14, 2023 | ROOM C300 @ 14:30 – 15:00 Mentors: Maxi Kniewasser (Staff Client), Jenalee Kluttz (Project Developer) – UBC SEEDS Abstract The University of British Columbia (UBC) has set an ambitious target of achieving net-zero emissions by 2035[1], in line with national and global climate goals. To […]
Pacific Northwest Gas Utilities Integrated Resource Plan (IRP)
Mubashir Ghauri I MEL CEEN 2023 I Dec 14, 2023 I Project Mentors: Diana Aguilar FortisBC & Jesse Scharf FortisBC Abstract Integrated Resource Plan (IRP) is a tool used by utilities as a roadmap guiding through the ever-changing energy landscape. Just like planning a road trip, utilities are navigating different routes, considering potential obstacles, and […]
ENERGY MASTER PLANNING FOR DECARBONIZING PORT OF VANCOUVER
TAMANNA GARG | MEL Candidate | December 14, 2023 Mentors: MANISH SONI, INDUSTRIAL ENERGY MANAGER, VANCOUVER FRASER PORT AUTHORITY In alignment with British Columbia’s climate targets for CleanBC by 2030 and the ambitious net-zero objective by 2050, the Vancouver Fraser Port Authority is proactively taking initiatives to decarbonize its operations. This capstone project focuses on conducting […]
HYDROGEN-POWERED SUSTAINABLE TRANSPORT IN CANADA
SIDHARTH KWATRA | DEC 14, 2023 | ROOM C400 | 13:30 – 14:00 MENTOR: DOMINIC GIROUX, ESHITA SWAIN, SAUMYA BHAVSAR – WSP, CANADA ABSTRACT Under the Paris Agreement, Canada is committed to reducing GHG emissions by 30% below 2005 levels by 2030, setting a 2030 target of 511 Mt. The magnitude of the challenge is […]
Techno-commercial analysis that aims to evaluate the feasibility and cost effectiveness of utilizing battery technology versus green hydrogen as a power source for Transportation Refrigeration Units (TRU) in refrigeration trailer.
Mir Zain ul Husain I MEL Candidate I Dec 14, 2023. Mentors: Pierre-Xavier Roy & William Harney Hydro Cool Systems Ltd. Abstract : The trucking industry serves as the vital nerve center of the Agriculture sector, responsible for transporting 64% of US freight by weight and 69% by value from farms to destinations. Among these […]