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Wind farm with tall white turbines in a desert landscape, set against blue sky and distant mountains. Turbines are spinning, creating energy.

National Wind Energy Research Projects

In recent news surrounding environmental sustainability, the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has awarded a total of $6.2 million to nine...

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Large industrial pipes and pumping system in New Orleans beside a metal walkway. Ladders connect to an overhead platform with teal hoses.

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Foggy, cold Chicago skyline with tall buildings partially obscured by mist. A calm, gray mood dominates the scene, with muted tones throughout.

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Collapsed yellow building with debris, showing damage and destruction. Blue sky in the background. Mood is tense and somber.

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Water flows into a storm drain on a wet street, surrounded by grass. The scene is gray and overcast, suggesting a rainy day.

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Bayonne bridge spans a river with cloudy sky in background. Iron lattice pattern visible, creating an industrial and timeless feel. Black and white.

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The article “Rising Above” in the November 2018 issue of the magazine by The American Society of Civil Engineers features historical and...

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Modern beige townhouses with large windows lined up behind a wooden gate, surrounded by greenery and a cloudy sky.

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In a publication by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development, a study takes a look at ways to expand housing opportunities...

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A partially submerged car in floodwaters with trees and homes in the background, under a clear blue sky, creating a somber scene.

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