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USUCGER launches Testing Innovation Fellowship Program
October 15th, 2021
Photograph courtesy Tensar Corp. The United States Universities Council on Geotechnical Education and Research (USUCGER) launched a new student Testing Innovation Fellowship Program aimed at transitioning geosynthetics-related research to American Society for Testing and Materials International (ASTM) standards and increasing student engagement in our professional organizations. The fellowship program will be jointly supported by the […]
There’s still time to register for GeoNashville
October 14th, 2021
Secure your spot today Photograph courtesy of Geosynthetics Ltd. GeoNashville 2021, Nov. 4–5, is only a few weeks away, and there is still time to get registered. This event is a great opportunity for professionals in the geotechnical industry to reconnect with their peers, exhibitors and the industry. What to expect at GeoNashville In-depth plenary discussionsOpen networking […]
Geosynthetics prevent floods and protect lives, livelihoods and property
October 14th, 2021
Geosynthetics, when designed into dikes, strengthen flood defenses. Photograph courtesy of the International Geosynthetics Society Changes in weather patterns are one of the principal effects of climate change. We are now seeing more extreme weather conditions. This has a huge impact on vulnerable communities living in low lying areas, who suffer change to land use […]
British Institution of Civil Engineers report outlines six ways for civil engineers to act on climate change
October 13th, 2021
By Mark Hansford Illustration courtesy of the Institution of Civil Engineers In one month, world leaders will gather in Glasgow, Scotland, U.K., for the U.N. Climate Change Conference (COP26). The British Institution of Civil Engineers anticipates bold new targets and agreements to act on climate change, including faster moves toward net zero carbon in tandem […]
Univ. of Kansas hosting Geotechnical Engineering Conference on Nov. 10
October 12th, 2021
The Department of Civil, Environmental and Architectural Engineering at the University of Kansas in Lawrence, Kan., will host the in-person 53rd Annual Geotechnical Engineering Conference on Nov. 10, 2021. Join colleagues and a host of industry experts for an action-packed, one-day event exploring the latest developments and hottest topics in the geotechnical field. The conference […]
Truax becomes ASCE 2022 president
October 12th, 2021
Dennis D. Truax. Photography courtesy ASCE The American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE) chose Dennis D. Truax, P.E., DEE, D.WRE, F.NSPE, F.ASCE, as its 2022 president during the society’s annual business meeting on Oct. 7, as part of the ASCE 2021 Convention. In truth though, Truax has been hard at work for a while, supporting […]
Shaw Industries buys controlling interest in Watershed Geosynthetics
October 11th, 2021
Both companies anticipate accelerated growth and increased profitability Watershed Geosynthetics provided the closure turf for the Tangipahoa Parish Waste Facility in Independence, La. Photograph courtesy of Watershed Geosynthetics LLC Alpharetta, Ga.-based Watershed Geosynthetics LLC has sold a significant controlling interest to Dalton, Ga.-based Shaw Industries, a Berkshire Hathaway Subsidiary, and has entered into a letter of intent […]
Geosynthetic Institute awards 2021–22 fellowships
October 11th, 2021
The Geosynthetic Institute (GSI), along with the GSI Board of Advisors, has awarded twenty students the 2021–22 GSI Fellowship. The GSI Fellowship supports students working on research involving geosynthetics. Each fellowship award is for $5,000. This year, eleven recipients are currently attending universities in the U.S., and nine recipients are attending universities outside the U.S. […]
Berry Global CEO appointed as officer for the Alliance to End Plastic Waste
October 8th, 2021
Photograph courtesy of Berry Global Berry Global Group Inc., a manufacturer of packaging materials and geomembranes, announced its chairman and CEO, Tom Salmon, has accepted appointment as an officer of the Alliance to End Plastic Waste, a global nonprofit organization. As a founding member and first converter to join the alliance, Berry continues its leadership role to help […]
Geotechnical software company Rocscience acquires NovoTech Software
October 7th, 2021
Rocscience continues to grow its global footprint with the acquisition of Vancouver-based geotechnical software provider From Left: Dr. Thamer Yacoub, CEO and president, Rocscience; Alireza Afkhami (chief technology officer, NovoTech Software; and Dr. John Curran, founder and executive chair, Rocscience. Photograph courtesy of Rocscience Rocscience Inc., Canada’s largest provider of geotechnical software solutions announced that […]