CDM Smith

An Education in Resiliency in Sydney

file under: Asia/Pacific, Energy, Sustainability, Smart Energy

Macquarie University in Sydney is applying CDM Smith's urban systems modeling process, which has the capacity to link urban development with a range of sustainability options and outcomes, allowing for better decision making in urban design and development. Learn more

Water + Design-Build

Restoring Montenegro’s Critical Infrastructure

file under: Water, Europe, Design-Build, Government

This complex design-build project addressed Montenegro’s water and wastewater infrastructure needs—advancing water supply, protecting the environment and sustaining economic vitality for this coastal tourist area. Learn more

Meeting Electricity and Heating Demands

file under: Energy, Europe, Poland, Government

Combined heat and power creates heat and electricity at one source and boasts a nearly 85-percent efficiency rate. To efficiently meet energy needs and save money, we have been putting CHP projects in place throughout Poland. Learn more

Environment + Energy

Waste-to-Energy Facility Powers Hillsborough County

file under: Environment, Energy, North America, United States

Hillsborough County’s expanded waste-to-energy facility reduces greenhouse gases, cuts landfill waste by 90 percent, and generates enough electricity to power thousands of residential homes and the adjacent wastewater treatment plant. Learn more

Less Brine, More Benefits

file under: Business + Industry, Design-Build, Environment, Membranes, North America, Water Reuse

Through design-build delivery, CDM Smith implemented a first-of-its-kind, innovative water treatment and reuse system for Marathon Oil Company that reliably and safely meets all water discharge limits-—protecting the environment and fresh water supplies, controlling treatment costs, and enabling Marathon Oil to focus on their core business of gas operations Learn more

Flood Protection on the Rhine

file under: Europe, Germany, Water

When the Ministry of Environment and Conservation determined the need to rehabilitate the flood protection in the area of the Rhine arch Muendelheim, we submitted a design combining the technical specifications with the interests of adjacent communities, and boundary conditions for sensitive waste and water lines. Learn more

Currents: Biofuels, Waste-to-Energy and Codigestion

file under: Business + Industry, Energy, Government, Sustainability, Smart Energy

In this issue, our specialists discuss the beneficial use of waste materials as a cornerstone of long-term energy independence. See what our smart energy experts are saying

Currents: Natural Gas in the Energy Mix

file under: Business + Industry, Environment, Smart Energy, Energy

In this issue, our specialists discuss the path to renewables, adapting our infrastructure to the changing energy landscape, and protecting the environment as we recover resources. See what our smart energy experts are saying

Currents: Smart Energy Savings

file under: Energy, Business + Industry, Smart Energy, Government, Sustainability

In this issue, our specialists discuss quantifying energy and cost savings and lowering energy use by up to 30 percent through systems management; using EPA's energy self-assessment tool can help water facilities lower costs; and taking advantage of solar energy incentives before the expire. See what our smart energy experts are saying

Currents: A New Web Series

file under: Energy, Business + Industry, Government, Sustainability, Smart Energy

In our quarterly "Smart Energy. Powerful Future." web series, Currents, our specialists will provide insight on the latest news in sustainable energy around the world. In each issue we will highlight trending topics and provide useful analysis on energy efficiency, the water + energy nexus, the latest developments in technology, green building and energy conservation. See what our smart energy experts are saying