Improving the resiliency, health, and adaptability of the UBC community is a key goal of the UBC Green Building Action Plan (GBAP). This study explores the feasibility of using a resiliency-focused building standard in the UBC context. The report explores the concept of resilience as it has been adopted by various organizations around the world, reviews the recently developed RELi rating system for resilient design and construction, and identifies gaps and opportunities for UBC campus development.
Partner: UBC Sustainability Initiative (Urban Innovation Research)
Keywords: green buildings, resilience, climate adaptation
2019