The Civil and Environmental Engineering (CEE) Department congratulates Yan-Ping Wang, PhD ’21, founder and CEO of Gaiamesh, on winning the High Impact Award in CapitaLand’s Global Sustainability Innovation Challenge. This international competition honors breakthrough startups that are reshaping the future of sustainable buildings and cities.
Gaiamesh develops advanced mesh materials that improve daylight, ventilation, and thermal performance, creating energy-efficient and climate-resilient architecture. Yan-Ping’s recognition underscores how CEE alumni are translating research and innovation into real-world solutions that advance sustainability worldwide.