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Under Water?

Civil + Structural Engineer

Wastewater systems are not designed for this changing climate,’’ said Sri Vedachalam, Director for water equity and climate resilience at Corvias Infrastructure Solutions, LLC. They were designed for an older climate that probably doesn’t exist anymore.” The family of Maryland woman, Trina Cunningham, knows the danger all too well.

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5 things developers should know about mass timber

BDC Network

5 things developers should know about mass timber 0 qpurcell Thu, 02/15/2024 - 13:36 Mass Timber Gensler's Erik Barth, architect and regional design resilience leader, shares considerations for developers when looking at mass timber solutions. Erik Barth Regulations Mass Timber Wood The Changing Built Environment The U.N.’s

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2023 Yearbook of Engineering Achievement: Environmental/Sustainability

Civil + Structural Engineer

Retrofitting the Ballston Wetland Park was a high-priority project in Arlington County’s Stormwater Management Program, and they were able to seek community input through a stakeholder advisory committee as well as with several community meetings to provide input to the design process.

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The Start of Celebration: the 2023 Yearbook of Engineering Achievement

Civil + Structural Engineer

We ask that you join us in the celebration of the AEC industry and learn more about the projects leading the way in changing the future of the built environment. Terminal C’s design successfully navigated an aggressive four-year construction schedule without disrupting airport operations.

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2 Hudson Square: A New Landmark in New York City’s Architectural Landscape

Construction Daily News

The development of 2 Hudson Square marks a significant milestone in the transformation of the Hudson Square area into a vibrant mixed-use destination. With its strategic location and innovative design, the development is expected to attract a mix of tenants looking for modern office spaces.

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Discover the Latest News on Water Utility Construction and Construction Insurance Capacity

Construction Daily News

Meanwhile, according to a WTW analysis, the capacity levels in the global construction insurance market are noticeably rising and are getting close to what was observed in 2019 during the previous soft market cycle. The project will use TBMs for substantial tunnelling. Most Californians are caught between two rocks.

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Passive Solar Greenhouses in Ladakh

Natural Building

We studied the positives and drawbacks of traditional greenhouses, which are used extensively in Ladakh. Easily hand operated ventilators in these newly designed and developed greenhouses make it easy to regulate the temperature during summer months. There is not even a single electronic gadget that farmers have to use here.