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An automated nursery watering solution designed to deliver uniform and controlled water distribution to seedlings. A microcontroller controls watering schedules, secondary components and timing for optimal plant hydration. The system is driven by a stepper motor that translates a manifold piping system linearly across seedling tray rows. With the help of drip emitters, this mechanism enhances uniformity and reduces overwatering. The design minimizes manual labour, offers reliability and improves plant health. It is scalable, cost effective and highly efficient for small to medium sized nurseries.

A remote-controlled model ship that mimics crocodilian tail mechanics to provide an energy-efficient, less disruptive, and zero-emissions alternative to traditional marine propulsion.

The Current Cats, in partnership with Engineers Without Borders, developed a low-head waterwheel system that floats on a water surface to generate renewable energy from river currents to power loads. The project uses an optimized 3D printed Zuppinger-style waterwheel to convert kinetic energy from flowing water into mechanical rotation, which is then transmitted through a gear system to a generator. The generated electricity is used to power LEDs via a transmission system, demonstrating a practical, scalable approach to sustainable hydropower. The project is designed to be scaled in order to provide a long term hydropower solution for remote or low-infrastructure areas with river access.

We developed a portable energy-harvesting tile that demonstrates mechanical-to-electrical energy conversion. When stepped on, the tile drives a rack-and-pinion system connected to a generator, producing electricity that powers LEDs to provide immediate visual feedback.

This project utilizes water to generate electricity, which can be used to power small appliances. It features a funnel-shaped reservoir that collects water, directing it through a turbine and motor to generate energy, which is stored in a rechargeable battery.

The improper disposal of lithium batteries is a pressing issue that poses adverse effects to both the environment and human health. A main source of these mistreated lithium batteries is disposable vapes, which often get thrown out before the battery is fully used. To address this issue our project aims to repurpose these batteries, converting them into a reusable power bank that is recharged through solar energy.

This project explores the feasibility of integrating a micro-scale turbine within existing stormwater infrastructure to generate low-power electrical energy in a safe, reliable, and environmentally responsible manner. The selected design allows stormwater to flow freely around the turbine during high-flow events, minimizing flood risk and reducing mechanical stress, while still enabling energy recovery during normal operating conditions.

Our project demonstrates a water filtration system powered by an interactive hand crank. The hand crank generates mechanical energy, which drives a water pump that pushes water through a series of filters, effectively removing impurities.

Our project is based around utilizing the unused wind that occurs as trains exit tunnels. A considerable amount of wind gets generated due to the piston effect, so we added a VAWT (wind turbine) at the end to convert the wind to useful energy. From there, the energy goes into a battery where it will be stored until needed.

This team has developed a modular vertical gardening system that brings effortless, sustainable gardening to compact living spaces. The project features a gravity-fed irrigation system with detachable, stackable layers, making it perfect for balconies or kitchen counters. By integrating a built-in timer, the team ensured the unit is self-sufficient for the average person. Their design eliminates the need for a large backyard, providing a compact solution for urban gardening.

This project focuses on the conversion of solar energy into hydrogen gas. The system is composed of a photovoltaic solar panel that generates power, which is then connected to an electrochemical battery to store electrical energy. Next, a DC/DC converter connected between the battery and electrodes allows voltage and current regulation, allowing free control of hydrogen production. This project hopes to demonstrate the process of water electrolysis and how hydrogen gas can be expressed as another viable method of energy storage.

Team project idea, which is also the team���s final design, is a PV Carport with single-axis tracking. This model has two solar panels connected to a motor, allowing them to track the sun year-round and maintain a perfect perpendicular angle. This adds even more proof of Tracking Accuracy and high Green Energy Usage, making it more efficient to generate as much energy as possible. The solar panels are connected to a pole, which is then attached to a base. Inside the pole, there is the motor, a controller, an LED, and a battery pack with two rechargeable batteries inside it.

Our design focuses on generating consistent wind power and opitmizing its efficiency through a 3D printed turbine with optimized blade angles as well as determining the Tip Speed Ratio (TSR). Our design also incorporates Arduino to display real time current in 1 second increments as well as voltage through a multimeter.

Using only passive solar energy input, the team built two different models of a Passive Housing concept without using any fans or heaters; a Trombe wall. One for heating, and the other for ventilation.

The team created an energy storage system, where water and gravity act together as the power source. A hand pump is included to show how pumped hydropower allows energy to be stored sustainably.

Our project is a plant microbial fuel cell, so it uses energy generated by bacteria that feeds off plant matter, sending electrons to the anode, which is harnessed into a current through a wire. While the circuit is complete through connecting it to a separate cathode, the external circuit produces power. Multiple cells can be stacked to improve power generation.

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A smart irrigation system designed to optimize plant health during salinity intrusion caused by rising sea levels. This project combines engineering design with a nature-based solution. Utilizing Soil moisture sensors to deliver precise irrigation to conserve water, this system serves as a prototype for the future of agriculture and agritech.

PLANT aims to reduce food insecurity caused by high solar intensities by providing greenhouses with a dual-purpose greenhouse retrofit that can collect clean electricity while protecting plants from excessive sunlight and heat. The shading system uses sensors at the plant level and Bluetooth low power mode to increase or decrease light to the plant depending on the sun���s intensity and location, and duration. A maximum power point tracking system and algorithm ensure reliable generation of power to a battery for use in greenhouse sensors.

The Power Rangers team is conducting a wind power plant interconnection feasibility study in collaboration with Siemens. The purpose of the project is to reliably meet electricity demand growth, promote energy generation diversification, and ensure grid stability. The study includes designing an equivalent model representation for a wind power plant and performing steady state and dynamic analyses. The team is also exploring integrating a Battery Energy Storage System to reduce wasted energy.

To reduce the trucking industry's contribution to transportation emissions, Hydra Energy converts conventional diesel trucks to hydrogen power using dual-fuel technology. This project aims to improve hydrogen delivery accuracy by injecting gas near the intake ports, enabling a higher hydrogen-to-diesel ratio to decrease emissions. Our team designed, fabricated, and tested a hydrogen port fuel injection system consisting of a stainless steel fuel rail, six fuel injectors, and custom fuel spears that deliver hydrogen to each cylinder's intake port. 

Our Remote Inspection Tool for H��� Cylinders (RITHC) is a proof-of-concept system for a remote-controlled rover designed to capture images and provide a live video feed of the outer surface condition of hydrogen cylinders. The main goal is to inspect hydrogen cylinders stored in racks or stacked arrangements without removing each cylinder individually. To achieve this, the RITHC includes a 10-foot telescopic arm with cameras, a rover platform system, a vertical lifting mechanism, and a Raspberry Pi-based electrical control unit. This solution is intended to make cylinder inspection safer, faster, more cost-effective, and less labour-intensive.

Integrating Hydrogen into an Existing RNG Station ��� Sponsored by FortisBC ��� We, the Gas Blenders, retrofitted FortisBC���s existing Seabreeze Farms RNG station to incorporate hydrogen blending, in hopes of providing a scalable pathway for future hydrogen use. Our design introduces a hydrogen line to the RNG station, which is connected to an on-site electrolyzer. The two lines will then be connected and controlled via a PLC to ensure a safe and consistent mixing ratio. This project investigates the impacts of blending low percentages of hydrogen into RNG and its resulting total emissions and overall costs incurred to FortisBC.

We, VerdeNova, propose a cost-effective, flexible, and scalable energy independence and backup solution for Canadian remote communities connected to the power grid. Our presented design, based on a First Nations community of around 125 members in Central BC, employs cutting-edge hybrid inverter technology to combine solar photovoltaic arrays and lithium-ion battery storage with a connection to the provincial power grid. Additionally, a multi-day grid-islanding solution is included to address frequent grid outages in such communities. Our design aims to increase community energy capacity, introduce peak-load shaving, serve as a revenue source through grid arbitrage, and provide reliable power during blackouts.

We, Viridis Trailer, developed an intelligent, battery-assisted motorized trailer that enables cyclists to tow heavy cargo with virtually no added effort. Built as a scalable and modular platform, our control system design can be extended to automotive applications, reducing reliance on trucks and large SUVs. The project advances sustainable transportation, optimizes resource efficiency, and enhances inclusivity by expanding who can confidently and safely rely on active and low-carbon mobility solutions.

Carbon Capture and Utilization Unit for HVAC - Sponsored by Delta Controls - We, JEMM Carbon, focuses on reducing building emissions of HVAC systems. Our team designed a coconut shell-based activated carbon, retrofittable carbon capture unit to address this challenge by adsorption carbon capture and reutilization of the carbon dioxide to create sustainable concrete. This project aims to drastically reduce the carbon footprint of the building industry, which currently produces 37% of global emissions, contributing to advancements in decarbonization for existing HVAC systems.

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Industrial Dryer Hydrogen Retrofit - Sponsored by EVR - We, the Hydrogen Heroes, focus on reducing the Greenhouse Gas emissions from an industrial coal dryer. Our team retrofitted the system to use hydrogen as an alternative fuel to address this challenge through hydrogen's zero-emission combustion. This project aims to promote sustainability in the steel-working coal industry while encouraging natural gas companies to adopt hydrogen as a viable, eco-friendly alternative, driving advancements in the future of energy for industrial applications.

We, PlugIN-IQ (PIQ), specialize in enhancing charging data collection for electric vehicles (EVs). Our team designed the PlugIN-IQ Ecosystem to bridge the gap between utility and non-networked residential EV chargers (Level 2 and below). This ecosystem consists of two key components: the PIQ Adapter��� a device that collects real-time EV charging data (output current and voltage)��� and the PIQ Relay, which securely transmits this information to energy utilities. By providing crucial load data, this project enables utility companies to improve energy forecasting and develop effective demand response programs, contributing to a more sustainable energy infrastructure.

AI Algorithm for Electrical Load Forecasting in Remote Communities - Sponsored by Hedgehog Technologies - We, Sonic Sustainable Solutions, focus on increasing the share of renewable energy in remote communities, which are generally powered by diesel generators. Our team has designed an AI algorithm to anticipate electrical demand and balance it with incoming solar production. This strategy minimizes solar curtailment and leverages existing site resources to reduce emissions. This project implements a novel approach to renewable energy resource management with the goal of increasing the use of renewable energy.

Hydrogen Injection Rail��� Modelling & Validation - Sponsored by Hydra Energy - We, Philhouse Mctagg Consulting, focuses on gaining a deeper understanding of the hydrogen's behaviour before it gets injected into a diesel engine. Our team designed a modelling process to address this challenge by both virtually modelling and then physically testing the rail. This project aims to explain how the rail behaves across different fuel injection parameters, contributing to advancements in clean transportation and dual fuel combustion engines.

We, SolAqua, focused on developing a reliable and sustainable water solution for remote and indigenous communities. Our team designed an automated, portable, and sustainable water filtration system using a PLC based system, solar panels, and three types of filtration. This project aims to provide potable water to communities in a sustainable way contributing to advancements in remote and indigenous communities quality of life.

Hydrogen Generation Located on Abandoned Oil and Gas Well Sites - Sponsored by Solaris - We, HyRevive, are focusing on turning abandoned well oil and gas well sites (worth over $400 million in liabilities to property owners and municipal governments) into green hydrogen production sites. Our team designed a renewable energy system to address this challenge by implementing solar panels to power an AEM Electrolyzer which can produce up to 225 kg of hydrogen per day. This project aims to achieve the blending of green hydrogen into natural gas pipelines to help reduce the amount of natural gas we consume. This project contributes to advancements in hydrogen engineering and the economic impacts of sustainable energy capital projects.

The Raspberry Pi Mesh Network for Environmental Sensor Data Monitoring is an open-source system designed to help individuals and organizations monitor environmental conditions safely and efficiently. By creating an expandable network of sensors and storage capacities, users can collect and analyze data for future forecasting and research. Developed in collaboration with the 911勛圖 Computational Sustainability Lab, this project aims to establish a user-friendly IoT framework for real-time environmental monitoring and data-driven decision-making for anyone to use.

Hydrogen generation with solar electrolysis - Sponsored by Pecunia Research Group - We at team Solysis focused on renewable hydrogen generation using a simulated perovskite tandem solar cell. Our team designed a solar electrolyser to address this challenge by generating hydrogen from water using a combination of silicon solar cells and an external power supply to simulate the tandem solar cell which is still in developement. The project aims to generate green hydrogen, contributing to advancements in the growing sustainable fuel industry.