British Columbia Institute of Technology
Project: Renewal of building SW1 and adjacent areas to improve classroom/lab functionality and ventilation and to increase energy efficiency
Total Project Cost:
$39,081,250
Total KIP Funding:
$16,331,250
Status of Project: Substantially completed
Project Description
This project involves renewal of building SW1 to improve the use and functionality of classroom, laboratory and informal learning space. The renewal includes installing state-of-the-art teaching technologies, introducing more sustainable applications into the renovated space, including a micro-electricity grid. Furthermore, the project includes completing the seismic upgrades and modernizing the life safety systems and ventilation system. The project is designed to meet the requirements of Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) Gold certification.
Primary Areas of Benefit
- Expands or enhances utility of training space: This project improves the learning environment and functionality of classroom, laboratory and informal learning space for students and staff by installing upgraded teaching technologies and renewing the building. In addition, introduction of a thermal co-generator to produce electricity and an electrical micro-grid will accommodate new programs in alternative energy production and allow researchers to assess the system’s efficiency and feasibility in a real work application.
- Improves energy efficiency: The project is designed to meet the requirements of LEED Gold certification. It increases energy efficiency and reduces emissions by introducing more sustainable applications into the renovated space, including installation of a micro-electricity grid, which supports alternative electrical energy generating sources.
- Upgrades health and safety aspects of facilities: This project completes the seismic work required for the facility and modernizes the life safety systems and ventilation system to accommodate a safe and healthy learning and teaching environment.
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