Demolition and Decommissioning (# 68)

First Quarter

As buildings, roads, bridges and other infrastructure come to the end of their useful life, they must be cleared away to make room for the property’s next use. This isn’t just a matter of calling in the wrecking cranes and bulldozers. The work calls for due consideration of many issues, such as legal liabilities regarding the building’s...View individual articles

Environmental Impacts (# 67)

Fourth Quarter

Recent surveys in many countries around the world show that public perception of environmental issues has become more important than ever. This means increasing challenges for project proponents and project developers in all sectors. View individual articles

Infrastructure (# 66)

Third Quarter

According to a recent report by the United Nations Population Fund, for the first time in history more than half of the human population will soon live in urban areas. This concentration of people creates stresses for providers of essential services and social, economic and environmental challenges for governments. View individual articles

Water (# 65)

Second Quarter

Water is among the world's most precious resources, but the processes that result from our many modern conveniences can also adversely impact the very water supplies on which we depend. View individual articles

Innovative Energy (# 64)

First Quarter

One of today's most pressing needs is for cleaner and more reliable sources of energy. Rising living standards in countries such as China and India are putting pressure on existing energy supplies. At the same time, fossil fuels such as oil, gas and coal are also putting pressure on the earth's environment, with evidence of climate change becoming...View individual articles

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