A Gateway to Skanska’s Infrastructure Dominance and Regional Prosperity
The $2.3 billion Long Bridge Project between Washington, D.C., and Virginia is a major rail modernization effort, with Skanska and
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Drain Cleaning Equipment Market to Reach $4.08 Billion by 2031
The global drain cleaning equipment market is projected to grow significantly, reaching an estimated $4.08 billion by 2031, according to
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Portland Infrastructure at Risk as City Gradually Sinks, Study Says
A recent study published in Nature reveals that over 80% of Portland, Oregon, is experiencing land subsidence, with the ground
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Executive Orders Aim to Advance U.S. Nuclear Energy and Scientific Standards
On May 23, 2025, President Trump signed executive orders aimed at revitalizing the U.S. nuclear energy sector and reinforcing scientific
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Startup Enables 100-Year Bridges With Corrosion-Resistant Steel
Allium Engineering, a startup founded by two MIT alumni, has developed a corrosion-resistant steel rebar that could significantly extend the
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EPA Partners with City of Albany to Replace Lead Service Lines
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has partnered with the City of Albany and the New York State Department of
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ASCE Honors Class of 2025 Distinguished Members
The American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE) has announced its 2025 class of Distinguished Members, the highest honor the society
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USDOT Responds to State Opposition Over Electric Vehicle Charging Program Review
The U.S. Department of Transportation has responded to a coalition of 16 states and the District of Columbia that are
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National Public Works Week Honors Essential Infrastructure Workers
The American Public Works Association (APWA) is celebrating National Public Works Week (NPWW) from May 18–24, 2025, to recognize the
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Infrastructure Project of the Week: Gordie Howe International Bridge Nears Completion
The Gordie Howe International Bridge, a significant infrastructure endeavor connecting Detroit, Michigan, and Windsor, Ontario, is approaching its anticipated opening
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ICYMI: Leaders Thank EPA for Over $21 Million in Brownfields Grants to Communities in Mid-Atlantic Region
On May 16, 2025, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced over $21 million in Brownfields Grants to support 30
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EPA Regional Administrator Visits New Jersey for Stakeholder Meetings
On May 7, 2025, U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Region 2 Administrator Michael Martucci engaged with New Jersey’s business, utility,
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Infrastructure Project of the Week: Upgrading Lake Nasworthy’s Sewer System
The Lake Nasworthy Sewer Improvement Project in San Angelo, Texas, is nearing completion, with approximately 95% of the pipeline work
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Department of Energy Standardizes Award Criteria Across Sectors, Projected to Save $935 Million Annually
On May 8, 2025, the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) announced new policy measures aimed at enhancing efficiency and accountability
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U.S. Department of Transportation Announces Approval of 180 Infrastructure Grants Nationwide
On May 6, 2025, U.S. Transportation Secretary Sean P. Duffy announced the approval of 180 infrastructure grants totaling over $3.2
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Effective Water Utility Management Practices
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), in partnership with national water associations and utility leaders, has updated its Effective Utility
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Metro awarded $231 million for Southeast Gateway Line
The Los Angeles County Metropolitan Transportation Authority (Metro) has secured a $231 million grant from the California State Transportation Agency’s
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Governor Lamont Announces Start of Bridge Replacement and Traffic Flow Improvement Project on I-95 in West Haven
Connecticut has initiated a $136.5 million infrastructure project to replace two aging Interstate 95 bridges in West Haven, aiming to
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Public Service Recognition Week 2025: Now More Than Ever
Public Service Recognition Week, observed from May 4–10, 2025, honors the more than 23 million federal, state, local, and tribal
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U.S. Report: Breaking Down the Most Successful Smart City Projects
Several U.S. cities have emerged as leaders in implementing smart city initiatives that prioritize solving tangible urban challenges over merely
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This Month In Congress: What’s At Stake For Local Governments
In May 2025, the National League of Cities (NLC) highlighted significant federal legislative developments that could impact local governments. The
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Trump’s Transportation Secretary Sean P. Duffy Chips Away at Infrastructure Backlog with $175 Million in South Carolina Grant
On April 23, 2025, U.S. Transportation Secretary Sean P. Duffy announced a $175 million federal grant to the South Carolina
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Alaska’s Infrastructure Grade Improves to a ‘C
Alaska’s infrastructure received an overall grade of ‘C’ in the American Society of Civil Engineers’ (ASCE) 2025 Report Card, marking
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Administrator Zeldin Announces Major EPA Actions to Combat PFAS Contamination
On April 28, 2025, EPA Administrator Lee Zeldin announced a comprehensive plan to address PFAS contamination. Key initiatives include developing
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Why Local Leaders Are Doubling Down on Sustainability
Local governments across the United States are intensifying their commitment to sustainability, recognizing it as a strategic investment that yields
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