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Stantec to help implement a Regional Water Reuse Program for Washington County, Utah

Civil + Structural Engineer

In this role, Stantec will work with the Washington County Water Conservancy District, City of St. As the county faces unprecedented land development and increased tourism, water demand is quickly approaching the reliable yield of existing local supplies. Water supplies in the county are limited to the Virgin River drainage basin.

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Solar energy surge: Clean power transforms local community

Construction Specifier

Photo courtesy EDP Renewables North America LLC Lone Valley EDP Renewables North America, a renewable energy developer, recently unveiled its plans for Sandrini I and II Solar Energy Park (Sandrini I and II) in Kern County, Calif. The two-phase solar energy park includes the 200 megawatts (MW) Sandrini I and 100 MW Sandrini II.

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Biodiversity and Development: How to Build Without Destroying Ecosystems

CCR Magazine

What strategies can we use to advance human development while protecting the planet’s diverse ecosystems? It’s essential to maintain biodiversity conservation while expanding infrastructure growth since these two goals can be achieved side by side.

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Solving Environmental Challenges with Innovative Engineering

CCR Magazine

This shift in perspective has led to a surge of innovation in engineering design, with engineers and environmental engineering services developing creative solutions to mitigate environmental challenges and promote a more sustainable future.

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Sustainable Practices Transforming Tank Manufacturing Industry

CCR Magazine

Sustainable tank manufacturing requires attention to multiple areas including material selection and production processes alongside waste management and energy consumption. Water Conservation in Manufacturing Water conservation represents a fundamental component of sustainable tank manufacturing practices.

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Leading the Movement in Green Transportation: California High-Speed Rail

Civil + Structural Engineer

By Luke Carothers Carrying passengers between Los Angeles/Anaheim and San Francisco in under three hours, California High-Speed Rail is set to become the largest and most sustainable infrastructure project in the nation.

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Sustainable Construction: Solar Energy in Hawaii’s Developments

CCR Magazine

But did you know that the state is also leading the charge in sustainable construction practices, with solar energy at the forefront? That’s right: Solar power is becoming a game-changer for developers, helping them build greener, more energy-efficient commercial spaces that not only benefit the environment but also make good financial sense.