
BCIT is investing in sustainability innovation, as exemplified by the Smart Microgrid Applied Research Team (SMART), aimed at exploring cost-effective technologies for Canada’s evolving electricity grid. We support natural health and food products research, and universal accessibility solutions for people with different physical abilities.
Nationally, BCIT is known as a leader in building science, including envelope technology, zero emissions, green roofs, and living walls. We also lead in ecological restoration, renewable energy and vehicle electrification, forensics research aimed at preventing human trafficking, new approaches to fostering sustainable business, low-cost solutions for filtering drinking water using bio-char, and non-destructive strength tests for building materials.
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Stories of Innovation in Applied Research
BC students use AI to solve maintenance-related challenges at YVR
May 11, 2023
The BCIT Centre for Internet of Things collaborated with the YVR Innovation Hub in hosting the first annual YVR Smart...
Earth Day: 9 ways BCIT demonstrated environmental stewardship
April 18, 2023
Each year, the world comes together on Earth Day to draw attention to our collective responsibility and help accelerate the...
YVR and BCIT sign MOU to collaborate on innovative applied research projects
February 21, 2023
Today, Vancouver Airport Authority and British Columbia Institute of Technology (BCIT) came together to sign a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU)....
BCIT and Teck announce opening of Teck Copper Innovation Hub
January 31, 2023
British Columbia Institute of Technology (BCIT) and Teck Resources Limited (TSX: TECK.A and TECK.B, NYSE: TECK) (“Teck”) today announced the...