AQUAOSO™ Launches Free Digital Water Map for California
FOLSOM, Calif. - AQUAOSO™ Technologies, PBC, a Public Benefit Corporation and a leader in water risk management with massive water data and expertise on California's water supply, officially launched a free digital water map of California water districts, GSAs and groundwater basin priority levels. The free digital water map is a joint effort between AQUAOSO and California Chapter, ASFMRA, whose members are active in appraisal and management of agricultural properties and who provide consulti...
European Commission Approves Renewable Energy Support Package to Lithuania Worth EUR 1.24bn in Push for Energy Autonomy Ahead of 2020 European Union Energy Directive
The European Commission recently approved a measure to support the production of electricity from renewables and electricity-heavy industrial consumers in Lithuania, a move that positions the largest of the three Baltic States as the region’s leader in meeting the European Union’s 2020 and 2030 energy directives. In 2018 it was announced that Lithuania was amongst 11 EU member states including Sweden and Finland to already be sourcing 20% of its energy from renewable sources. The...
Evac Expansion Continues with Acquisition of UK Service Company Transvac Systems
Evac, one of the fastest growing cleantech solution companies in the world, has acquired Transvac Systems, the UK business specializing in the distribution and servicing of wastewater treatment systems, sanitary systems and ballast water treatment systems for ships and offshore platforms. This is another important step forward for Evac who expanded their global operations by acquiring Cathelco, the UK manufacturers of equipment for ships in May 2018. Evac continue to build their reputation...
Awair Secures Coveted RESET™ Accreditation for Omni Air Quality Monitor
SAN FRANCISCO - Awair, the creators of intelligent air quality monitoring solutions, announced that RESET™, the world’s first sensor-based and performance-driven building standard and certification program, has officially certified the Awair Omni air quality monitor as one of its Accredited Grade B monitors. With this certification, Awair Omni is now one of the few air quality that monitors that building professionals can use to achieve the coveted green building standard for their properties....
Robert D. "Robby" Robbins Named Chairman of the South Carolina Department of Transportation Commission
Transportation (SCDOT) Commission on Thursday, Jan. 17, 2019, during the commission’s monthly meeting in Columbia. Robbins, a Commissioner representing the 1st Congressional District, had been serving as Vice Chairman of the Commission. He joined the SCDOT Commission in 2016. "I am honored to be selected by the SCDOT Commission members to serve as the Chairman of this body,” Robbins said. “I appreciate their confidence in me and I pledge to use my experience to guide the Commission as we m...
Governor Appoints Lorenz to Lead KDOT
Gov. Laura Kelly has appointed Julie Lorenz to lead the Kansas Department of Transportation as Interim Secretary. She succeeds Richard Carlson, who retired on Jan. 11. While new to this position, this is her second tour of duty for KDOT, serving as the Director of Public Affairs and Special Assistant from 2003 to 2011. During that time, Lorenz led the development of several efforts at the agency, including the development and eventual legislative passage of the $8.2 billion, 10-year T-WORKS fun...
Chimelewski Named ARTBA Director of Safety & Certification
(WASHINGTON) - The American Road & Transportation Builders Association (ARTBA) is adding a key player to its team with the hiring of Katie Chimelewski as director of safety and certification, a newly created position. Most recently, she spent 13 years in a variety of safety leadership and advocacy roles at CSX in Jacksonville, Fla. She will be responsible for managing operations and expanding industry participation in the American National Standards Institute-accredited Safety Certification...
Vortex Companies Promotes Ryan Graham to Vice President of Sales
HOUSTON - The Vortex Companies recently announced the promotion of Ryan Graham to Vice President of Sales. In his new role, Graham will assume all sales and marketing responsibilities related to managing the growth of Vortex's extensive line of service offerings for trenchless infrastructure repair. "Graham has been with Vortex since the beginning and has gained a wealth of experience on both the sales and operations side of our business," stated Mike Vellano, CEO of the Vortex Companies. "His a...
CostTrax Introduces World's First Time and Materials Tracking Software With Built-in Cost-Control and Compliance
TLANTA - Construction project owners have a powerful new tool to manage cost-plus, time and materials, and force account construction projects. CostTrax, powered by EquipmentWatch, is a new software solution that streamlines reporting, automatically flags questionable expenses, and ensures every reimbursement request is 100 percent compliant. CostTrax is entirely web-based and requires no software to download — it can be accessed from any computer or device with an internet connection. It is...
Recommendations to Improve Safety Near Aht’Wy Plaza on U.S. 12/U.S. 95 Delivered After Conclusion of Road Safety Audit
LEWISTON—An independent team assembled by the Idaho Transportation Department to conduct a road safety audit on U.S. 12/U.S. 95 in front of Aht’Wy Plaza delivered recommendations yesterday. The team developed recommendations to address highway safety concerns near entrances to the Clearwater River Casino and Lodge after the deaths of two drivers within approximately three months. Team members came from Nez Perce Tribal Transportation Department, Nez Perce County Road and Bridge, the Local H...
Stormwater Interview with Robert Page, P.E., Vice President, HNTB
TriMet’s Banfield Type 1 Substation Replacement Project
February Issue 2026
