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Future of the transportation workforce summit June 2-4
May 20th, 2025
The National Summit on the Future of the Transportation Workforce will be held June 2-4 in Westminster, Colo. This event is the first national conversation on this critical issue since 2012. Thought leaders in transportation workforce recruitment, training, retention and knowledge management will address the challenges faced in each step of the workforce life cycle. Attendees will […]
Geosynthetics market predicted to grow at 7.7% CAGR through 2030
May 19th, 2025
The Geosynthetics Market - Types, Raw Materials and Applications report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering. The global market for Geosynthetics is estimated at US$17.7 billion in 2024 and is projected to reach US$27.6 billion by 2030 at a CAGR if 7.7% between the two years in the new report. Various factors are responsible for driving the global […]
Illinois DOT announces $400 million in local transportation grants
May 16th, 2025
Gov. JB Pritzker and the Illinois Department of Transportation announced this week that $400 million is available for local transportation projects, with the goal of enhancing mobility and quality of life in communities throughout the state. The deadline to apply is June 1. “Over the past six years, we’ve made bold, historic investments to strengthen […]
Top 4 factors to consider when specifying and designing geomembrane systems for high-temperature applications
May 15th, 2025
Contributed by XR Geomembranes Read part one of the series here. XR-5 geomembrane lined impoundment, oil and gas industry, Mississippi. Photo courtesy of XR Geomembranes. In Part 1, we looked at how an engineer might encounter a containment application at elevated temperatures. The mechanisms that could cause more rapid chemical reactions were also reviewed and elevated […]
FGI News: FGI at Geotechnical Frontiers 2025
May 14th, 2025
The FGI was busy during the recent Geotechnical Frontiers 2025 Conference in Louisville, Ky. The Geo-Frontiers Conference is a collaboration between the Geo-Institute of the American Society of Civil Engineers and Advanced Textiles Association. The FGI organized the following events: FGI Display Booth #323 was a busy hub of education, industry engagement, and social interaction […]
Webinar – Advancing Sustainable Design in Recreational Trails – May 27
May 13th, 2025
Presto Geosystems will be hosting a free webinar at 12 p.m. EDT May 27. Trails and greenways play a vital role in communities by preserving and creating open spaces for low- or no-cost outdoor recreation. Trails designed with permeable surfaces rather than traditional concrete or asphalt allow for better environmental and storm water management. Since […]
EPA delays start of submission period for PFAS manufacturers and importers
May 12th, 2025
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has announced an interim final rule to extend the dates of the reporting period for data submitted on the manufacture of perfluoroalkyl or polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS). Previously, the submission period was to start July 11, 2025, and it has now been extended to April 13, 2026. For most manufacturers, […]
U.S. and U.K. announce trade deal, modifying tariffs
May 12th, 2025
The U.S. and the U.K. announced on May 8 that the countries made a trade deal. The deal states that the 10% reciprocal tariff imposed on April 2 on U.K. imports remains in effect, but an alternate deal was made for Section 232 tariffs for U.K. autos. Section 232 tariffs for U.K. steel and aluminum […]
U.S. and China agree to lower tariffs on imports for 90 days
May 12th, 2025
U.S. and Chinese officials announced that they have agreed to pause the recently imposed tariffs on imports from each country for 90 days, beginning May 14. The U.S. will lower its 145% tariff on Chinese imports to 30%, and China will decrease its tariff on American imports to 10%. Officials from both countries will meet […]
Geopalooza kicks off this week
May 12th, 2025
It's almost time for GeoPalooza — the Geo-Institute’s spring celebration of all things geotechnical! This special online event features fantastic content, including can't-miss livestreams with top experts and iconic voices in our community. Join the institute for insight, inspiration and a bit of geotechnical fun! Events include the Hour of Scour with Jean-Louis Briaud, Geo-Legends […]