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Growing its global mix, Chicago tech incubator adds Brazilian startup
Recently named the world’s #1 emerging tech park, the University
Technology Park at the Illinois Institute of Technology is adding yet again
to its growing team of global problem-solvers.
Leaving the tried and true to ‘engage’ a higher calling
Lean but not mean, Chicago startup Engage Civil is not only looking to
reinvent the engineering profession, but owner Kelsey Taylor wants to
elevate the industry, as well. Some may say that he’s a dreamer, but…
TOXIC! Our 7 most useful materials certification, disclosure systems
Two of VOA’s top sustainability experts look at what they consider to be
our industry’s most useful certification and labeling systems, standards,
scorecards and ecolabels.
New $1.4B Falcons Stadium will soar on sustainability
Atlanta’s Falcons are already on vacation, but construction crews are
working through the winter on the team’s new home, on track to make it the
first-ever LEED platinum-certified football stadium when it opens in 2017.
Connectivity, BIM conquer complexity with collaboration
Could we be moving into a world where project partners are selected on
capability rather than price? Arup’s experience at UCSF’s Mission Bay
Hospital suggests that tantalizing possibility. Yes, welcome to the Big
Room.
Trimble, Clayco among those cleared for drone takeoff by FAA
In a significant move by the FAA, four U.S. firms have been cleared for
commercial drone use, two of them from the built environment. All
indications suggest many more are to come.
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