Guided Project
Luminosity Legends
The goal of this project is to provide a strong and reliable Wi-Fi connection to xʷc̓ic̓əsəm Garden powered by a renewable energy source.
Project Overview
The goal of this project is to provide a strong and reliable Wi-Fi connection to xʷc̓ic̓əsəm Garden powered by a renewable energy source. An affordable solar-powered Wi-Fi repeater will be installed at xʷc̓ic̓əsəm to support online activities such as meetings, note-taking, and social media promotion. This project is in service of the important work of Indigenous researchers, Knowledge-Holders, Elders, xʷc̓ic̓əsəm staff, student interns, and community members who wish to conduct online work from the Garden. Centering principles of ethical engagements, this collaborative initiative has been developed with consent, guidance, and leadership from Knowledge-Holders and Elders at xʷc̓ic̓əsəm Garden.
Team
Riwa Dbouk (Team Lead)
Riwa is a 3rd year student studying chemical engineering at UBC. Passionate about sustainability and employing clean energy within our communities. Currently working with the Air Quality and Climate Action Division at Metro Vancouver in hopes to reduce energy consumption in the area.
Sairaaj Magizhnan (Coordinator)
Sairaaj is a 3rd year Chemical Engineering student. Enthusiastic about promoting sustainability through innovations in renewable energy, currently on Co-op working in the energy industry.
Pedro Nunes (Coordinator)
Pedro is a 3rd year Chemical Engineering student. Currently doing co-op working on process safety in an energy company.
Mihir Bhatia (coordinator)
Mihir is a 5th Year Electrical Engineering student. Passionate about embedded systems and working as an Electrical Engineer Co-op.
Brigitta Kinara (Coordinator)
Brigitta is a 3rd year chemical and biological engineering student.
Christina Salo (Coordinator)
Christina is a third-year student majoring in Chemical Engineering at UBC. She is passionate about discovering innovative solutions for climate change and plan to use her degree to pursue a career in clean energy technology. She chose to work with Student Energy to connect with like-minded individuals and drive meaningful climate initiatives within her community.
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Team Mentor:
Erin Quon
Erin is a professional engineer with over a decade of experience leading, coaching, and managing teams. From engineering consulting and infrastructure projects, to the land of renewable energy and technology startups. she builds up systems, teams, and people to make positive contributions in society and make the planet a better place to live.
TIMELINE
The activities detailed below are performed by the student team, except the activities during the execution phase which are performed by the contractor with support from the team.
Project Rationale
xʷc̓ic̓əsəm Garden is not currently connected to the electrical grid, requiring solar-powered solutions for a reliable and sustainable Wi-Fi connection. The xʷc̓ic̓əsəm community would like to perform online work while remaining at the garden to simplify workflow for meetings and outreach activities. Additionally, there is a recognized need for engineering students to learn how to engage responsibly and ethically with Indigenous partners in ways that are relevant to the communities and people they may work with in the future. This project provides an opportunity for the Student Energy team to learn about and reflect on ethical collaborations with Indigenous partners while engaging respectfully, responsibly, and reciprocally with the xʷc̓ic̓əsəm community.
Contact Information
Team Lead Email: riwati04@gmail.com
Number: +1(236) 869-4404
Project Budget
Cost of Wi-Fi node:
Covered by UBC IT
Cost of solar panel installation and WiFi repeater casing:
about $500
Cost of solar panels:
about (300W solar panel) $450
Cost of battery pack:
(1200 Wh of batteries) ($1000)
Cost of material:
Raspberry Pi/Mini PC ($200),wiring and controller boards ($300)
Total Budget = $2,450
Support Opportunities
For more information and updates on the project, check out our Instagram profile! You can also follow us on LinkedIn or check our website.
- Share awareness for the project
- Funding not needed
- Expertise in stakeholder communication and networking
- Help in finding a solar PV contractor
- Outreach for volunteers
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