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Secrets of Environmental Permitting Solar Farms

Civil + Structural Engineer

By Ken MacDonald, Regional Director of Environmental Permitting and Compliance with UES First, a secret is only a secret if one doesn’t know it. However, between a proposal to harness the sun’s power and throwing the switch lies the complexity of environmental permitting. Spoiler alert: There are no real “secrets.”

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Open Space Institute, U.S. Military Academy Engineering Students Construct New Trail Bridge at Schunnemunk State Park

Civil + Structural Engineer

Military Academy (USMA) at West Point, the New York State Office of Parks, Recreation, and Historic Preservation (OPRHP), and the Palisades Interstate Park Commission (PIPC). Earlier this year, OSI was awarded a $500,000 New York State Environmental Protection Fund challenge grant.

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Boston Contractor Licensing Guide 2024: Steps, Permits, and State Differences

Contractors Liability Blog

Boston’s rich history, environmental rules, and city-specific regulations make the licensing process more complex. City-Specific Note: Contractors in Boston often have to meet stricter local rules when they work on historic or high-risk projects. This includes environmental impact assessments and neighborhood compliance checks.

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TAT Revitalizes Derelict Office Building in Springfield, Mass.

CCR Magazine

Once a premier office building and later serving as a major regional hotel and theater, the historic structure sat vacant and derelict for three decades at a prominent location in downtown Springfield. The ThirtyOne Elm project team agrees with this assessment. Binette, AIA, NCARB.

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Unlocking the Efficiency: How Soft Strip Demolition Streamlines Renovation Projects

UK Construction Blog

This guide will help you understand how this process adds value to your project by saving costs, adhering to environmental standards, and simplifying the renovation journey. Established safety measures, based on detailed risk assessments conducted well in advance, are deployed to ensure increased safety.

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6 Essential Strategies for Sustainable Construction Projects

UK Construction Blog

With environmental concerns gaining precedence, stakeholders who are keen on being with the times are adopting strategies to reduce ecological impact. Sustainable Site Selection Sustainable site selection involves considering the environmental, social, and economic impacts of a construction project on a specific location.

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Paradise Palms Redevelopment: Transforming Community Living Through Innovative Design

Construction Daily News

As the community anticipates these changes, stakeholders are keen to ensure that the new development aligns with local interests and environmental standards. The balance between development and preserving the unique character of the area remains a key discussion point among residents and leaders alike.