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DfMA Approach to Mass Timber Design: Engineering a Greener Future

Civil + Structural Engineer

This conserves resources and lessens the environmental impact of construction activities. Through collaboration early on from the pre-construction phase with the client and design teams, there were zero RFIs at the time of construction. DfMA had a transformative effect on the project timeline.

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Henderson Engineers Hits Slam Dunk on Sustainable Design Features for Intuit Dome

Civil + Structural Engineer

The HVAC system is configured to provide the seating bowl, locker rooms, and player and coach areas with 100% outside air, creating a clean indoor air quality environment and limiting energy use by taking advantage of Southern California’s pleasant climate. “The Thirty percent of its scope was in collaboration with PBS Engineers , an L.A.

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Biodiversity and Development: How to Build Without Destroying Ecosystems

CCR Magazine

It’s essential to maintain biodiversity conservation while expanding infrastructure growth since these two goals can be achieved side by side. Balancing Development and Conservation Developing areas rich in biodiversity demands careful consideration. This strategy promotes wildlife conservation while also supporting eco-tourism.

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Wang & Lee Group, Inc. Partners with City University of Hong Kong for Groundbreaking Kinetic Energy Project

Civil + Structural Engineer

a leading listed company committed to sustainability, is thrilled to announce a strategic collaboration with City University of Hong Kong for the research and development of kinetic technology. and City University of Hong Kong signifies a shared dedication to environmental conservation and sustainable practices.

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Solving Environmental Challenges with Innovative Engineering

CCR Magazine

This article explores how innovative engineering design is tackling some of the most pressing environmental issues of our time, from reducing carbon emissions and managing waste to conserving water and protecting ecosystems.

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Trane & NIU Launch Energy Program for Sustainable Future”

CCR Magazine

Trane by Trane Technologies (NYSE: TT), a global climate innovator, announces that energy-saving infrastructure upgrades are underway at the Northern Illinois University (NIU) campus in DeKalb, Ill. As a result of these improvements, NIU is projected to achieve over a 26% reduction in energy consumption and an 11% reduction in emissions.

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Community RISES to Occasion

Civil + Structural Engineer

The Army Corps is collaborating with RISE and other partners to make Rockaway Beach more resilient to coastal storm erosion and flooding that has increased due to more frequent and stronger coastal storms. RISE’s work is supporting a more extensive coastal restoration project that is being carried out by its longtime partner the U.S.