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2026 Hurricane Season PreparednessMay 30, 2026
NOAA forecasts a below-normal 2026 Atlantic hurricane season, but building risk is never defined by storm count alone. For owners, facility managers, and insurers, preparedness means knowing where they may be vulnerable before a storm arrives, and having the right forensic and emergency response engineering support in place after it passes.
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Mass Timber for Simpler Low-Rise ResidentialMay 05, 2026
Mass timber is reshaping low-rise housing. Learn how hybrid systems accelerate construction, reduce embodied carbon, and help developers bring residential projects to market more efficiently.
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Best Practices for Developer-Led Mass Timber ProjectsApril 28, 2026
For developers to adopt mass timber, the numbers have to work. Discover strategies for making these projects “pencil out” so more of them can move forward to completion.
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Pushing the Limits of Mass TimberApril 21, 2026
Learn how creative design is bringing down the cost of mass timber buildings and making the material work in dramatic and unconventional structures.
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Practical Decarbonization Beyond ElectrificationApril 07, 2026
Electrification is essential, but it is not the whole story. Real decarbonization requires a systems-based approach that accounts for energy, materials, infrastructure, and operational constraints.
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How Hail Affects Roofing MaterialsOctober 30, 2025
Hailstorms cause billions of dollars' worth of damage to roofing systems, with materials like shingles, metal, tile and solar panels facing risks like cracking or denting. Our hailstorm damage forensics team uses advanced tools to assess damage and recommend resilient materials and prompt inspections for effective repairs and insurance claims.
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Navigating Commercial Property Insurance Before a HurricaneSeptember 03, 2025
Secure your commercial property with our guide to hurricane insurance. Learn about essential coverage types, risk scenarios from major carriers and how to file a claim effectively.
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Penn State (Almost) Game ReadyAugust 25, 2025
Pennsylvania State is gearing up for its first home game on Saturday, August 30, with Phase 1 construction at Beaver Stadium coming to a close.
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Reflecting on Hurricane Katrina: 20 Years LaterAugust 04, 2025
The record-breaking 2005 hurricane season, with 27 named storms, highlighted the need for forensic analysis, and Katrina’s lessons continue to shape resilient design and coastal defenses, preparing communities for future climate-driven storms.
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Karuruma Trail Bridge CompletedJuly 28, 2025
Thornton Tomasetti partnered with Bridges to Prosperity to construct a 60-meter trail bridge over the Akaruruma River in Rwanda, completed ahead of schedule. The bridge connects over 5,600 people across five communities to essential services, enhancing safety and livelihoods.
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Preparing a Construction Site Ahead of a Major HurricaneJuly 01, 2025
Proper preparation can mitigate risks, protect valuable assets and ensure the safety of workers and surrounding communities.
We outline a comprehensive guide to securing your construction site ahead of a hurricane, drawing on our expertise in structural integrity and disaster resilience.
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2025 Hurricane Season PreparationJune 01, 2025
Once again NOAA is predicting above-normal activity for the Atlantic hurricane season. We’ll delve into these predictions and offer some solutions on how best to prepare commercial and residential properties for before, during and after the storm.
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Construction Underway On Karuruma Trail BridgeMay 22, 2025
Thornton Tomasetti volunteers are heading to Rwanda to help complete a 60-meter suspended bridge that will provide safe, year-round access for over 8,600 residents in two rural communities.
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End of the Lull, Plus Storm-Tracking ResourcesSeptember 25, 2024
We experienced a brief lull in Atlantic hurricane activity in August, but it didn’t last long, as evidenced by the flooding brought by Hurricane Francine, and now Florida is bracing for Helene.
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Midpoint Update: 2024 Atlantic Hurricane SeasonAugust 20, 2024
Now that we’ve reached the midpoint of the 2024 Atlantic hurricane season with five named storms, let’s take a look at the impacts of a few of the most recent.
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Preparing for the 2024 Hurricane SeasonMay 31, 2024
As the 2024 Atlantic hurricane season begins, we look back at 2023 and share some tips for evaluating building safety ahead of what’s predicted to be a historically busy year.
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Climate Action: Sustainability & Resilience FrameworksJanuary 12, 2024
Sustainable building practices and resilience planning enable us to combat climate change while providing stakeholders with long-term adaptability.
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COP28 and Carbon CaptureDecember 21, 2023
Carbon capture reduces CO2 emissions as the global economy shifts to more sustainable manufacturing and energy production methods.