By Shaghayegh Kurzinski, Shayan Mirzabeigi and Bryce Riccitelli A detailed comparative study examines envelope systems in residential buildings made from mass timber, conventional construction and SIPs. Editor’s Note: This is a summary of an academic…
Future Forward (Powered by ACEC): AI and the Future of Engineering: (Don’t) Rage Against the Machine
Go to any gathering of engineers—whether it’s a professional conference or a happy hour—and you’re almost guaranteed to hear a discussion about…
Change Leader: Stormwater Research to Raise Its Profile, Encourage Collaboration
This interview was recorded by Todd Danielson, the editorial director of Informed Infrastructure. You can watch a video of the full interview above…
Getting Geotechnical: Rockefeller Wildlife Refuge: A Shoreline Stabilization Success Story
More than 20 years ago, the Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries discovered the Rockefeller Wildlife Refuge, which borders the Gulf of Mexico for 26.5 miles, was losing about 50 feet of land per year. This loss was estimated to increase to 300…
Executive Corner: Why Do Some A/E Firms Trade at Higher Valuation Multiples?
As I reflect on my 36 years in the advisory industry, I find it valuable to share insights on what I prioritize when evaluating A/E firms and understanding the drivers of their value. Many appraisers heavily rely on experience and key metrics to determine…
Thoughts from Engineers: FEMA: An Agency Long Linked to Crisis and Risk Prevention
Few U.S. agencies are so regularly at the center of the public’s attention like the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA). It’s an agency with many responsibilities and statutory obligations, including oversight and administration of the National…
Transportation Troubleshooting: YARD Work: Harnessing Advanced Technologies for Efficient Transit Operations
Transit agencies across the United States continue to face major budget restraints and staffing shortages. This is why opportunities for innovative research and development are becoming even more crucial, such as the greater implementation of automated vehicles…
Engineering the Future: Does Civil Engineering Have the Courage to Change?
About a year ago, the American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE) executive committee established the task committee on “Transforming our Workforce.” It was to be a “blue-sky” exercise, first to use a blank sheet of paper to design how we would…
From the Editor: Contemplating the Interconnected Role of Humans and Nature
I’ve been reading about the role the environment plays in our society—past, present and future—and it’s raising questions I don’t know the answer to, but questions that absolutely need answers. Many of our readers know more about this topic than…
Podcast from Esri UC 2025: Digital Twin Discussion with DSCE
Todd Danielson, Informed Infrastructure’s editorial director, interviewed Ali Diba, Founder, and Mark Thacker, Principal, of DSCE, an engineering and GIS consulting firm specializing in developing solutions to help utilities and municipalities. The discussion…
