Working in Climate Series: Infrastructure

Important Note: This event is intended for UBC students and recent graduates exploring careers at the intersection of climate and business. While we welcome others who are interested in these topics, we will prioritize participation from UBC students and recent graduates. This session explores how infrastructure is evolving to meet the challenges of climate change—from decarbonizing buildings and transportation to strengthening energy systems, water infrastructure, and climate resilience. Hear from professionals working across consulting, engineering, real estate, finance, government, and technology as they share how they're helping design, build, and operate the infrastructure of the future. Whether you're passionate about cities, buildings, energy, or resilience, this session highlights the many career pathways shaping a net-zero economy. Speakers:🎤 Jeanette Hill, Sustainability Manager, BC Pavilion Corporation (the Vancouver Convention Centre, and BC Place Stadium) 🎤 Jessica Fell, Senior Strategic Advisor, Sustainability and Resilience at BC Housing🎤 Cheryl Ng, Environmental Project Management Specialist, Vancouver Fraser Port Authority About the Working in Climate Series The "Working in Climate" Event Series is an ongoing initiative by the Centre for Climate and Business Solutions at UBC Sauder School of Business. This series explores how climate action intersects with various careers, industries, and professions through thematic events. From fields like business, engineering and technology to sectors such as energy, agriculture, manufacturing, and infrastructure, the series highlights how sustainability is reshaping every aspect of the global economy. Each event provides insights from experts across diverse industries, helping students and professionals understand the growing need for climate solutions and how they can drive meaningful change within their chosen careers. Whether you’re starting out or making a career shift, "Working in Climate" offers guidance on navigating emerging opportunities in the climate-driven economy.