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

Civil + Structural Engineer

National Building Systems Design Firm Helps Bring World’s First Climate Positive Arena to Life LENEXA, Kan. — Henderson Engineers , a national building systems design firm, is proud to be part of the all-star team helping deliver Intuit Dome , the world’s first climate positive arena and home of the Los Angeles Clippers.

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With Climate Events on the Rise, Material Selection is Critical for Long-term Resilience

Civil + Structural Engineer

As these extreme climate events continue to grow in number and size, owners are turning to architects, engineers, and construction professionals to deliver more resilient buildings without higher costs. Sustainability and resilience are critical factors in building design and construction. Steel is resistant to mold growth.

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BREEAM New Construction standard launched in US

Construction Dive

United Kingdom-based Building Research Establishment teamed with architecture, engineering and design firm HOK to introduce a green building certification program for the U.S.

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4 Trends in Sustainable Site Design

Civil + Structural Engineer

As Civil Engineers, Landscape Architects, and Planners, we are challenged to integrate conservation into site design, preserving the natural features of the land. Many Architects are embracing the WELL Building Standard (WELL) to address issues of human health and wellness. Green Space You don’t need a green thumb to go green.

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Celebrating Excellence in Sustainable Design: Schmidt Associates Wins USGBC’s Green Building of the Year Award

Civil + Structural Engineer

Schmidt Associates, an Indianapolis-based regional architecture, engineering, and interior design firm, proudly announces its prestigious win of the Green Building of the Year: New Construction award from the United States Green Building Council (USGBC) East North Central Region.

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New One Undershaft tower plan as tall as the Shard

Construction Enquirer

More ambitious plans to build a tower matching the height of the Shard in the City of London have gone out to consultation. Right) Revised design will include Europe highest public viewing area at the top of the building and lower green outdoor spaces. WSP is acting as multi-service engineer.

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Fortera Contributes Low-Carbon Cement to Simpson University’s New Business, Technology, and Engineering Building

Civil + Structural Engineer

ReAct, a low-carbon green cement made from industrial carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions, will be mixed with ordinary cement at a 10% blend and used in the concrete for the VSCs slab and footings. The University needs $1M during its final fundraising phase to complete the building, which is expected to open for the 2026 fall semester.