The New Green: Part 1 of 2
The building and construction sector accounts for 40% of annual greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions. This statistic may be surprising to some, but education efforts...
Path Reconstruction
The Springwater Corridor Bike Path is a very popular bicycle commuting thoroughfare extending along the east bank of the Willamette River in downtown Portland,...
When the Dust Settles
In a move to help silica dust-producing operations comply with impending rule changes, a pioneer of industrial dust control is reminding companies that the...
Impact of Proposed Changes to ASTM Phase 1 ESA Standards
For the first time in 8 years, a new Phase 1 Environmental Site Assessment (ESA) standard is expected to be issued by ASTM International....
Exceeding the RAS Standard
Recycling is more than a buzz word for Jason McCullar, owner of JML Energy Resources LLC based in Brentwood, Tennessee. When it comes to...
Power Outages
By Jane Marsh
It’s important to be ready for anything as a contractor. If you encounter a sudden obstacle, as contractors did during the recent...
Concrete Production
Concrete is the foundation of most of our infrastructure. However, the process of concrete production has remained relatively unchanged for decades. From creating and...
Erosion: A Growing Problem
By Don Lindsey
Mother Nature’s fury with floods, wildfires, tropical storms, earthquakes, and hurricanes can cause extensive damage. This damage, if left unattended, can lead...
Deep Foundation Design Challenges
With space at a premium in many urban areas, developers are digging deeper foundations to increase the square footage of residential, commercial, and mixed-use...
Environmental Solutions in the Fuel Industry
As we kick off 2019, it’s good to get a feel for what’s expected to take place in the fuel industry as it concerns...









