Termite mounds reveal secret to creating ‘living and breathing’ buildings that use less energy
Macrotermes termite mound in Namibia. Image credit: D. Andréen Scientists studied the ‘egress complex’ of Macrotermes michaelseni termites from Namibia, which appears to promote moisture regulation and gas exchange. They showed that the layout of this lattice-like network of tunnels can intercept wind around the termite mound to create turbulence inside, which can power ventilation and control the interior climate. These properties can be copied to create a comfortable climate in human bu...
APWA Public Works Report Shows Benefit of Investing in American Communities
Washington D.C.— A new research study by the nation’s largest public works group finds American communities are benefiting with local, state and federal investment in water, surface transportation and emergency management. Yet the American Public Works Association’s examination says a greater economic benefit would be realized if funding more closely matched need. “This important report shows just how essential the public works profession is in every community throughout the U.S.,” said APWA...
Emergent Solar Energy starts the engines on Abel Construction’s 210-kilowatt, roof-mounted solar project
Emergent Solar Energy, based in the Purdue Research Park of West Lafayette, has constructed a 210-kilowatt, roof-mounted solar installation at the Indianapolis headquarters of Abel Construction Co., located near the Indianapolis Motor Speedway. It is expected to generate 287,195 kilowatt-hours of clean, renewable electricity each year, which is enough to power more than 39 homes annually. (Photo provided by Emergent Solar Energy) The project will generate more than 287,000 kilowatt-...
ACWA Power and Nanostone Form a Strategic Research Partnership to Develop the Next Generation of Seawater Pretreatment Systems
New technology to be developed in King Abdullah University of Science and Technology (KAUST) Cutting-edge UF Technology delivers reliable high-quality pre-treated water at a lower cost Potential to reduce desalination plant energy consumption and carbon footprint Purpose fit for commercial adoption in world-scale desalination plants throughout the GCC region Positions Saudi Arabia as innovation hub in green technologies globally Riyadh, Saudi Arabia: ACWA Po...
MOSO North America and Simpson Strong-Tie Partner on Deck Products and Software for Custom Outdoor Space
Pleasanton, Calif. — Simpson Strong-Tie, the leader in engineered structural connectors and building solutions, and New Jersey-based MOSO North America, the global A-brand in bamboo building products, have partnered on products and software to enable customers to plan and design their deck projects with Simpson Strong-Tie® Deck Planner Software™. The free-to-use online deck building software allows contractors, deck builders and homeowners to design and build their own custom deck rendering u...
Biden-Harris Administration Announces More than $52 Million in Advanced Technology Grants to Improve Safety and Reduce Travel Times
Funded by President Biden’s Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, projects include real-time traffic information, transit signal timing systems, and seamless transit payment systems WASHINGTON – Today, the U.S. Department of Transportation’s Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) announced more than $52 million in grants for eight states from the Advanced Transportation Technology and Innovation (ATTAIN) program. As part of President Biden’s Investing in America agenda, the grants will fund technolog...
Woolpert Promotes Sam Talje to Market Director, Leading Water, Transportation Services in Texas
The experienced engineer and manager will expand and strengthen Woolpert’s South Region market. AUSTIN, Texas (May 25, 2023) — Professional Engineer Sam Talje has been promoted to lead Woolpert’s South Region, where he will direct the firm’s water and transportation strategy for the Texas market. Talje has more than three decades of civil engineering design, construction project, program management, leadership, and budget planning experience, both in the private market and with public agencie...
How Advanced Project Controls Are Transforming Management of Transportation Programs
HDR’s Miloš Vasiljević Explains How Automation, Visualization and Data Analysis Are Unlocking New Insights for Infrastructure Owners Miloš Vasiljević Recent advancements in project controls have made these vital tools even more valuable for transportation infrastructure owners who want to keep projects on schedule and on budget. Modern project controls tools offer project stakeholders a comprehensive and up to date understanding of project progress, improved data-informed decisions and t...
HLW Announces Opening of Office in San Francisco
Firm's new location underscores commitment to servicing growing network of clients in Northern California San Francisco, Calif. –– Global architecture, design and planning firm HLW has announced the official opening of its latest office location in San Francisco, California. Cementing HLW's presence in Northern California, the new studio brings together the firm's growing Bay Area-based team under the leadership of Principal Sejal Sonani, AIA––who will now serve as Managing Director of H...
Xylem Completes Acquisition of Evoqua
Creates World’s Most Advanced Platform to Address Critical Water Challenges Extends Xylem’s Leadership in Water Technologies, Solutions and Services, with Strong Position in Resilient, Attractive Growth Markets WASHINGTON, DC, (May 24, 2023) – Xylem Inc. (NYSE: XYL), a leading global water technology company (“Xylem” or “the Company”), today announced it has completed its acquisition of Evoqua Water Technologies Corp. (“Evoqua"), a leader in mission-critical water treatment solutions and s...
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