Applied Research and Innovation

At BSD, we strive to build futures through Science and Innovation. With strong links to tertiary institutions and international research centers, BSD undertakes large scale cutting edge research and innovations on emerging technologies and materials for public and private agencies.

We collaborate to identify emerging technologies and products and conduct highly specialized test-bedding. The knowledge gathered from these studies is directly translated and applied as practical solutions that benefit our built environment.

Recent and innovative studies that BSD has been commissioned to undertake include:

  1. 2005: BCA/ JTC- Energy savings benefits from the use of thermal Paint
  2. 2006: BCA/ JTC- Photocatalytic nano-coatings for self-cleansing facades
  3. 2007: HDB- Heat reduction effects of Rooftop gardens
  4. 2008: BCA/ JTC- Heat mitigation effects of Cool pavements- reducing urban heat island
  5. 2009: JTC- Effects of misting system in improving thermal comfort
  6. 2009: HDB- Landscape greenery in reducing ambient air temperatures
  7. 2009: HDB- Airflow measurements and studies in residential flats
  8. 2010: BCA- Cold air exfiltration from large aircon spaces
  9. 2010: BCA- Carbon calculator for Green Mark
  10. 2010: APEC (Asia-Pacific Economic Coorperation). Cool Roofs in APEC Economies Review of Experience, Best Practices, and Potential Benefits







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