R&D and technology play an essential role in our firm. We invest in constant learning, testing and innovation. That uniquely positions us to solve our clients’ most difficult problems.
Innovation EngineOur CORE groups manage our research and development efforts, from incremental efficiency improvements to solving some of the most challenging engineering problems of our time.Learn More
Innovation OutputWe believe collaboration amplifies our innovation potential and creates connections that lead to better, more imaginative solutions for our clients.Learn More
As EVs, BESS and hydrogen systems move into everyday buildings, energy storage risks are evolving. Performance-based design helps quantify hazards and engineer controls that reflect real-world conditions.
For off-grid households, resilience isn’t optional – it shapes every decarbonisation decision. Our research with Centre for Regional Economic Social Research, Northern Powergrid and Northern Gas Networks reveals why solutions must balance carbon reduction with comfort, reliability and security.
Thornton Tomasetti’s decarbonization and resilience specialists are providing program implementation and technical assistance to city agencies in San Francisco and Boston to help building owners develop and implement decarbonization road maps.
Thornton Tomasetti’s recommendations are shaping new NYC FISP rules—introducing clearer definitions, a six-year cycle, and expanded use of drones and emerging technologies.
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.
The new Ryan Field tops out in Evanston, Illinois, advancing accessible, sustainable and community-centered design for next-generation collegiate venues.
The collaboration underscores Thornton Tomasetti’s commitment to advancing computational design and the work of CORE Studio in driving innovation across AEC technology.