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MEL Collaboration with City of New Westminster Intelligent Cities Initiative
Thursday, April 6, 2017
Directors of the MEL in Urban Systems, Thomas Froese and Martino Tran, present a Smart City Panel in collaboration with representatives from the City of New Westminster, City of Vancouver and Associated Engineering.
MEL Presentations:
- Smart Cities & Congestion
- Big Data & Public Engagement
- District Energy & Neighbourhood Revitalization
Panel Discussion: How has the Smart City agenda impacted decision-making for government, industry and academia?
Date: Thursday, April 6, 2017
Location: UBC Robson Square
Time: 2:00 pm to 5:00 pm
Featured Faculty and Staff
DR. MARTINO TRAN
Urban Systems
"Cities are the spaces where we can make the greatest positive gains if we can improve efficiencies or change behaviour."
Featured Faculty and Staff
DR. THOMAS FROESE
Urban Systems
"The curriculum will allow graduates to develop a much-needed multidisciplinary perspective as well as leadership skills essential to the success of large infrastructure projects."