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Secrets of Environmental Permitting Solar Farms

Civil + Structural Engineer

There are lessons learned, hints discovered, and tips earned through permitting and compliance for tens of thousands of acres of solar energy facilities. Solar power has emerged as a frontrunner in the pursuit of sustainable energy. What are the potential effects? How do we mitigate those effects?

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2023 Yearbook of Engineering Achievement: Environmental/Sustainability

Civil + Structural Engineer

The park expands Arlington County’s ability to meet Chesapeake Bay Watershed regulations while cultivating native plants and providing new boardwalk areas and fresh interpretive designs. The resultant multifaceted benefits impact not only the local community but set a precedent for nationwide flood management and environmental conservation.

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The Start of Celebration: the 2023 Yearbook of Engineering Achievement

Civil + Structural Engineer

The building’s strategic design includes a 35 percent targeted reduction in potable water use through efficient fixtures and equipment, a 25 percent targeted reduction in energy costs with a focus on thermal performance and optimal heating, and a 360-panel floating solar array to name a few. ladder truck, fire engine and ambulance.

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A Primer on MasterFormat & Improving Construction Project Collaboration

Building Information Management

Masterformat is a multiple level data structure consisting of numbers and titles/descriptions used to organize information by “work results” or construction practices. 00 31 21 Survey Information. Site Survey Information. 01 14 19 Use of Site. 01 32 23 Survey and Layout Data. Construction Surveying.

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A Primer on MasterFormat & Improving Construction Project Collaboration

Building Information Management

Masterformat is a multiple level data structure consisting of numbers and titles/descriptions used to organize information by “work results” or construction practices. 00 31 21 Survey Information. Site Survey Information. 01 14 19 Use of Site. 01 32 23 Survey and Layout Data. Construction Surveying.

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Dan Diebolt Bosa: Exploring Innovations in Urban Energy Solutions

Construction Daily News

Notable developments include mixed-use properties that integrate residential and commercial spaces. This includes the development of office buildings, retail spaces, and mixed-use properties. He assesses factors such as zoning regulations, environmental impact, and market demand.

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Public Law 111-308 – Federal Buildings Personnel Training Act – FBPTA – CORE COMPETENCIES

Building Information Management

The core competencies identified include competencies relating to building operations and maintenance, energy management, sustainability, water efficiency, safety (including electrical safety) and building performance measures. We modified the energy job task analyses to include facilities operations and management activities.