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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. An often overlooked secret is the incorporation of community feedback into the project design.

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2023 Yearbook of Engineering Achievement: Environmental/Sustainability

Civil + Structural Engineer

Retrofitting the Ballston Wetland Park was a high-priority project in Arlington County’s Stormwater Management Program, and they were able to seek community input through a stakeholder advisory committee as well as with several community meetings to provide input to the design process.

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Phases of Commercial Real Estate Development

Construction Marketing

This includes analyzing factors such as zoning regulations, transportation access, and market demand. You can find land on commercial real estate marketplaces. For example, if you want to develop a piece of commercial land in Dallas , you can view multiple properties online. You must secure financing for the project.

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The Start of Celebration: the 2023 Yearbook of Engineering Achievement

Civil + Structural Engineer

This issue of C+S Magazine contains the third iteration of the Yearbook of Engineering Achievement, and, as has been the case in the last two contests, these projects represent the best of the best in the AEC industry. The project features a new 1.8

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Eco-Friendly Building Ideas: Innovative Designs for Sustainable Living

UK Construction Blog

Eco-friendly building ideas are pivotal for this shift, focusing on reducing carbon footprints and improving energy efficiency in homes and commercial structures. These building strategies encompass a broad spectrum of practices, from incorporating energy-efficient appliances to the use of renewable materials.

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Using Vacant Land To Benefit The Residents Of Bedford, Texas

CCR Magazine

Are you seeking innovative ways to maximize the use and benefit of vacant lands in Bedford, Texas? Transformed into communal gardens, parks, or even housing projects, they can significantly improve the quality of life of residents. Vacant land is indeed unutilized potential. An approach that can inspire Bedford!

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Will Summer Bring Energy Efficiency Challenges This Year?

Construction Daily News

Energy efficiency challenges have persisted throughout the last year. The effects occurred last summer due to El Nino, a regular climate event that warms the oceans and triggers dry conditions on land. Energy efficiency is also necessary to fight the emissions crisis and stop global warming.