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A New Bridge to Nature: Elachee Drive over I-985 Bridge Replacement

Civil + Structural Engineer

Roadway Project Manager, Michael Baker International Located in the 1,500-acre Chicopee Woods Nature Preserve in North Georgia, the Elachee Nature Science Center is an education center that serves more than 35,000 students from over 35 school systems and an additional 30,000 visitors to the museum and preserve each year.

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Improving Sustainability in the Construction Industry: A Complete Guide for 2025

UK Construction Blog

Key Takeaways The construction industry is responsible for 39% of global carbon emissions, making sustainability transformation essential for environmental protection and business viability, with sustainable practices offering significant cost savings and competitive advantages. What Is Sustainable Construction?

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How BIM and GIS Integration is Redefining GIS 3D Analysis Practices

UK Construction Blog

By bringing these two powerful tools together, industries such as construction, urban planning, and infrastructure management can achieve more precise and meaningful outcomes. Understanding BIM and GIS To understand the impact of their integration, it’s essential to know what BIM and GIS are.

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Melissa Mack, PE, PMP, Receives Prestigious Kenneth J. Miller Founders’ Award at 2025 Texas Water Conference

Civil + Structural Engineer

The award honors volunteers who demonstrate exceptional dedication, leadership and impact in the water sector. She specializes in water and wastewater infrastructure, with expertise in hydraulic modeling, master planning, pump station design and project management. Im deeply honored to receive the Kenneth J.

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Facility Condition Assessment Data Can Help Reduce Carbon Footprint

BDC Network

Facility Condition Assessment Data Can Help Reduce Carbon Footprint 1 kcichowicz Tue, 10/15/2024 - 10:59 Facility condition assessments provide powerful insight into your buildings and offer an ideal vehicle to advance resiliency and decarbonization goals. A facility owner and management team are pivotal in this transition.

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Recovering Construction Sites After Major Floods

UK Construction Blog

It’s a process that involves assessing structural integrity, rethinking logistics, and keeping your workforce and clients informed. Why Water Damage Is a Serious Business Risk When flooding hits a construction site, the impact is far more than cosmetic. How to Respond Immediately Before any rebuilding begins, safety must come first.

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Sustainable Community Living Projects Design Guide

CCR Magazine

Key Highlights Architects play a crucial role in designing community living projects that prioritize both environmental and social sustainability. Sustainable design in these projects includes focusing on energy efficiency, renewable energy, water conservation, and green building materials.