Annual Review 2008 - (Page 8) A Smaller Impact Whether engineering a single site or crafting a comprehensive plan to address the effect of climate change on community development, Dewberry continues to guide clients through the complex and ever-growing challenges regarding environmental impact. In 2008, the firm’s work ranged from the traditional—providing environmental impact analysis, to the state-ofthe-art—incorporating digital tools to educate the public about sustainability and the need to conserve natural resources. Despite the diverse issues faced by Dewberry teams, the firm’s solutions reflect a consistent commitment to innovative approaches that save clients time and money. Recognizing that climate change may have a profound impact on communities—potentially increasing the frequency of natural hazards such as hurricanes and flooding—Dewberry is working closely with federal, state, and local agencies to reduce vulnerability to climate change. Dewberry’s long history in hazard mitigation, as well as the firm’s expertise in water resources, coastal studies, GIS analyses, and disaster planning, is helping communities create adaptive strategies that focus on sustainability and disasterresistance—ensuring the protection of natural ecosystems and the built environment. (Brian Batten, PhD, CFM, Climate Change Team) When the New Jersey Department of Transportation, a long-time Dewberry client, encountered contamination on the site of a former manufactured gas plant in New Brunswick, the agency anticipated a costly clean-up effort in order to proceed with improvements along State Route 18. Dewberry engineers and environmental specialists devised an alternative plan for the agency, which soon gained approval from the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection, that ultimately yielded substantial savings over the originally estimated cost. (Ileana Ivanciu, PG, Project Manager) A Green Touch Screen that tracks energy and water use is the highlight of the Timberglen Branch Library’s new educational computer kiosk. The new library, designed by PSA-Dewberry for the City of Dallas, will enable patrons to track real-time and historical consumption data for the library and learn about the importance of conserving natural resources. Details of the LEED®-Gold certified building will also be on display for visitors. The 18,000-square-foot library employs many sustainable features, including rainwater collection and reuse, water-conserving fixtures, highperformance building systems, recycled materials, and advanced air filtration. (Tim Kraft, AIA, LEED AP, Project LEED Specialist) Engineering New Strategies for
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