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Hurricane Beryl exposed critical gaps in Houston's water infrastructure and disaster preparedness. In response, the city is prioritizing innovative flood management, green infrastructure, and community education to better prepare for future storms and sustainably manage its water resources.

As engineers, our goal is to innovate and improve safety. Regular inspections of structures exposed to the elements often reveal issues that require costly fixes. The key to reducing future expenses? Service life optimization. By enhancing and extending asset longevity, we can cut costs and boost safety.

Careers can last a lifetime. Have you thought about how to sustain your long-term engineering career? Here are three ships you can sail to generate and maintain sustainability in your own career: Ownership, Leadership, and

In an era where environmental consciousness and sustainability are at the forefront of global conversations, the field of green building and sustainable design has emerged as a crucial component of creating a more sustainable and

In a world filled with distractions and competing demands, finding an effective way to manage time and increase productivity is a common challenge. The Pomodoro Technique, a time management method developed by Francesco Cirillo, has

Have you ever felt overwhelmed by the multitude of regulations and legislation focused on reducing carbon emissions in buildings? I certainly have. When I first entered the energy market over 15 years ago, I soon

Picture this: You’re gazing out of your apartment window in the heart of a bustling metropolis. Instead of the usual concrete panorama, your view is a verdant tapestry of edible greens growing vertically alongside the

I recently had the pleasure of appearing on The Concrete Conversations Podcast with Hosts Arian & Forrest Sim on the recent episode titled “Engineering: A Successful Career in AEC with Nick Heim, Structural Engineer &

“Better, faster, cheaper.” This is the old “All 3,” a timeless desire unlikely to ever change. It wasn’t long ago that our professional services provider response to All 3 requests was to “pick two”: We

Gamification uses game elements and techniques in non-game contexts to engage and motivate people. It has been used in a variety of fields, including marketing, sales, and customer service. In recent years, gamification has also

How often do you find yourself thinking you know the answer to a question only to find out you were, ahem, clueless? It happens often because we rely on the information we already have. We

Welcome to the thrilling frontier of maintenance engineering! Gone are the days of grease-stained fingers and reactive repairs. Technology is ushering in a proactive, data-driven, and cost-effective era, empowering engineers to become heroes of efficiency

As engineering professionals, we continually seek ways to improve our industry, enhance efficiency, and ensure the safety of the public. One way that public safety is enhanced is through periodic inspection of structures susceptible to

Picture this: You’re floating in the void, the starscape stretching infinitely in all directions. But instead of silence, a symphony of otherworldly sounds fills your ears — a musical narrative of the cosmos itself. This

Imagine you made a to-do list every morning, and you attacked it throughout the day. Completing one task after the next in a very productive manner. Every time you cross something off, you feel a

“Learning and growth are the keys to engagement and fulfillment.” ~ Ryan Clements Engineering leadership extends beyond technical proficiency — it entails cultivating a team that is not only skilled but also deeply engaged. Employee