Webinar – Building Infrastructure Resilience Against Extreme Weather Events – Mar. 11

February 18, 2025  |  News

Presto Geosystems presents the webinar – Building Infrastructure Resilience Against Extreme Weather Events – on March 11, 2025 at 11 a.m. CDT. The presenter is Bryan Wedin, P.E., chief civil engineer, a 1.0 PDH credit is available, and you can register here. Extreme weather events are increasing…
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Webinar – Wet Weather Site Solutions – Feb. 27

February 18, 2025  |  News

Tensar presents the webinar – Wet Weather Site Solutions – on February 27, 2025 at 1 p.m. EDT. The presenter is Jim Sanneman, education and training manager at Tensar, attendees are eligible for 1 PDH credit, and you can register here. Spring rains and thawing ground can cause very poor construc…
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Webinar – From Manual to Smart: Automating Stormwater Inspections with SmartComplAI – Feb. 20-21

February 18, 2025  |  News

The International Erosion Control Association (IECA) presents the webinar – From Manual to Smart: Automating Stormwater Inspections with SmartComplAI – on February 20-21 at 1 p.m. MT or 7 a.m. AEDT (AUS). It is presented by Jessica Acosta, CISEC , CEO of Environmental Consulting Services, at…
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GeoStabilization International founders receive 2025 Wallace Hayward Baker Award

February 17, 2025  |  News

GeoStabilization International founders, Robert “Bob” Barrett and Al Ruckman, have been awarded the 2025 Wallace Hayward Baker Award from the Geo-Institute for their outstanding contributions to the field of geohazard mitigation. Established in 2000 to commemorate Wallace Hayward Ba…
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How geocells provide sustainable solutions for soil stabilization and erosion control

February 14, 2025  |  News

Contributed by Presto Geosystems When faced with challenging site conditions—whether it’s weak soils, steep slopes, or erosion-prone channels—finding an efficient, long-term solution that minimizes maintenance is essential. Geocells offer just that. These innovative cellular confinement system…
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New course set for 2025 Technical Exchange Conference

February 13, 2025  |  News

AASHTO re:source plans to unveil a new certification course at its 2025 Technical Exchange or “TechEx” March 17-20, 2025, in Bellevue, Wash., an annual event started in 2017 to connect those in the construction materials testing industry and to share knowledge and best practices. To register for…
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How geogrids prevent roads from cracking and extend road lifespan

February 12, 2025  |  News

Contributed by Strata Global Road connectivity is what has led to the growth of human civilization. While many parts of the world remain unconnected, despite so many decades of progress, roads remain a subject of engineering challenges. A common problem faced by pavement engineers is the development…
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IECA announces 2025 Annual Conference & Expo in Richmond, Va.

February 11, 2025  |  News

The International Erosion Control Association (IECA) is proud to announce the 2025 IECA Annual Conference & Expo, set to take place February 25 – 28, 2025 in the historic city of Richmond, Va. This premier event brings together global leaders in erosion and sediment control, stormwater man…
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Securing banks close to nature with biodegradable geotextiles

February 10, 2025  |  News

Contributed by Renewable Carbon News Banks along inland waterways are exposed to shipping and tidal forces. In order to prevent erosion, these are usually technically secured by stone embankments or walls. However, this has a negative impact on the ecosystems. In the joint research project “Biosho…
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Naue introduces PavedRoad – AASHTO calculator

February 7, 2025  |  News

Naue continues to expand its range of digital solutions with the introduction of the Naue PavedRoad – AASHTO calculator. This advanced design tool supports engineers and planners working on the construction of flexible pavements, providing precise, efficient, and durable road design solutions. Its…
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