Virginia’s General Assembly recently initiated a new economic analysis that looked at passenger and freight rail enhancements in Central Virginia – which encompasses the City of Lynchburg and Bedford, Campbell, Amherst and Appomattox Counties. The goal of the analysis was to encourage economic development and yield long-term success and growth in the region. The effort … Read more
The National Water Policy Fly-In is an annual event in Washington, D.C., that brings together water professionals, utility leaders and policy advocates from across the country to engage directly with members of Congress and their staff. Hosted in partnership by the American Water Works Association (AWWA), the Water Environment Federation (WEF) and the National Association … Read more
STV’s team was recently honored by the Engineers’ Society of Western Pennsylvania (ESWP) for their quick design and delivery of the removal of a deteriorating bridge that carried a parking lot, which was a former railroad site, in Pittsburgh, PA. This bridge spanned four lanes of Route 51 located between the Fort Pitt and Liberty … Read more
Lauren Alger, PE, STV’s national director of sustainable design, has been a long-standing leading voice of embodied carbon reduction efforts across the design and construction processes, having most recently spoken on panels at the Women Builders Council’s AIM Leadership Forum and NASCC: The Steel Conference. At these events and in her daily work at STV, … Read more
Arizona’s Proposition 479 represents a pivotal investment in the future of transportation across Maricopa County. By extending the existing half-cent sales tax until 2045, this measure ensures continued funding for critical infrastructure improvements that will support a rapidly growing population and economy. Since its inception in 1985, this dedicated funding source has played a vital … Read more
As climate and other hazards grow more severe and complex, the role of the structural engineer continues to evolve. Today’s practice goes beyond simply meeting the minimum guidelines established by codes – it’s about making sure that building performance, as well as codes and standards, keep pace with new and changing challenges. From the increased … Read more
In addition to helping to shape the built environment in the Newark, NJ, area as a licensed architect, Mugdha Chawathe, AIA, LEED AP, a senior project manager for STV, is dedicated to shaping future generations of architects, engineers and construction managers. Chawathe was recently appointed to the board of the ACE (Architecture, Construction, Engineering) Mentor … Read more
STV recently marked a significant milestone with the completion of a new addition to P.S. 253K, the Magnet School of Multicultural Humanities, in Brooklyn, NY. The project builds upon the school’s ability to act as a welcoming and inspiring place for young learners. With bright, naturally lit classrooms and uplifting interiors, the new addition creates … Read more
For years, Baltimore’s Inner Harbor has been synonymous with the larger story of redevelopment and transformation in the city. Once a bustling port, then a symbol of urban decline, it’s now a landmark of urban renewal that is not only shaping Baltimore’s skyline but also its spirit. STV’s recent contract with MCB Real Estate to … Read more
As a fire protection engineer, I’ve always been drawn to projects that push the boundaries of traditional design and challenge me to innovate. The Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority’s (MBTA) Quincy Bus Maintenance Facility project exemplifies this idea perfectly. This new facility will be MBTA’s first maintenance facility outfitted specifically for electric vehicles. The landscape … Read more
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