2023 UBC Technical Guidelines are now available
The UBC Technical Guidelines serve as the code of quality and performance for the design, construction and renovation of University-owned institutional buildings. Learn more about the 2023 revisions.
UBC launches Zero Waste Market to promote sustainability
UBC’s Furniture Reuse program featured in the Ubyssey. The initiative, lead by the UBC facilities department, aims to reduce waste on campus by promoting the reuse of furniture, electronics and other items.
Help prevent rodents from occupying your work spaces
Rodents are year-round pests. Their activity and indoor migration increase as the weather gets colder, and they move indoors for shelter and food. Learn more about how to prevent rodents from moving in and how to report signs of rodents or other pests on campus.
Facilities Weekly – November 28, 2023
NAFTA Clean Air award winner | UBC Lead Exposure Control Plan (ECP) and a new Lead Awareness training course | Zone list updated | United Way events | Preparing for winter weather at UBC | VPFO MS Teams In-Person Training | Thermal units current operating statuses | Bioenergy Research & Demonstration Facility (BRDF) | Campus Energy Centre’s Distributed Energy System (DES) | Weekly Emergency Tip: Make a household emergency plan
UBC buildings recognized at the 2023 NAFA Clean Air Awards
Created by the National Air Filtration Association, the purpose of this award program is to promote and recognize the use of high-efficiency filtration products and good maintenance practices. The NAFA Clean Air Award validates the leadership and excellence of UBC’s IAQ Program, specifically in air filtration. This year, UBC Facilities received four NAFA Clean Air […]
Coast Salish Two-Spirit Mosaic mural installed
Last week, the Coast Salish Two-Spirit Mosaic mural was installed west of the First Nations Long House (FNLH) building on the West Mall. This mural represents Coast Salish Two-Spirit unity, dignity, and respect. The design was created using traditional Coast Salish art style and shapes, and emulates the rainbow Pride symbol already used by the […]
Facilities Weekly – November 21, 2023
Coast Salish Two-Spirit Mosaic mural installed | Exam period begins Monday, December 11 | Thermal units current operating statuses | Sub Head pilot program successful | Personal Protective Equipment on-site | Bioenergy Research and Demonstration Facility (BRDF) | Campus Energy Centre’s Distributed Energy System (DES) | The Arts Student Centre wins Design Excellence award | Join us for Soup or Sweet! | Annual Respirator Fit Testing: Book your appointment now | The Centre Survey
UBC is a BC Hydro Clean Energy Champion
BC Hydro Clean Energy Champions are businesses, homes, and institutions—large and small—recognized for their reduction in their reliance on fossil fuels. BC Hydro praised UBC for its efficient buildings and projects to reduce the use of gas for heating on the campus, with the lofty goal of achieving an 85% reduction in CO2 emissions over 2009 levels by 2030.
Facilities Weekly – November 14, 2023
MacLeod Engineering Building Renewal wins 2nd in Concrete Construction Awards | BC Hydro Clean Energy Champions | Facilities’ United Way Campaign: Soup or Sweet! | Register Today: Facilities Holiday Celebration | Please RSVP: Farewell Gathering for Teresa Syrnyk | 2023 Facilities Staff Excellence Awards nominations open until Nov. 23 | Building safety capacity – Respiratory protection | Weekly Emergency Tip: How much water should I have for an emergency?
Facilities Weekly – November 7, 2023
Pixie Pumpkin Patch voted favourite | Annual Respirator Fit Testing: Book your appointment now | Facilities Holiday Celebration | The Centre wants to hear from you | Take the VPFO User Research Survey! | Please RSVP: Farewell Gathering for Teresa Syrnyk | 2023 Facilities Staff Excellence Awards nominations | Help keep furniture out of the landfill with the Furniture Reuse program | Kids to Work Day 2023