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people + progress magazine

May 2012

Sustainable Snacking

Relying on a compact, innovative water recycling facility and solar power, Frito-Lay's Casa Grande snack food plant uses advanced membrane technology to reuse process water for production needs and runs almost entirely on renewable energy—producing nearly zero waste. Learn more about Casa Grande

Light Rail Solutions for Heavy Congestion

CDM Smith partnered with the Utah Transit Authority to design and implement new, award-winning light rail lines as part of the ambitious FrontLines 2015 program—helping support UTA’s mission of providing a world class transit system to meet a growing population and economy. Learn more about FrontLines

  • An Interview with Bob Gaudes, CDM Smith senior vice president
    Industries Managing Energy for Global Innovation

    International energy standard ISO 50001 will help private and public organizations around the world transition to long-term energy planning and management. Thirty-two countries participated in developing the standard, which is expected to promote innovation, energy security and cost savings. Learn more

  • Innovative Seawater Desalination in California
    Hold the Salt

    With the ocean being California, USA’s only unlimited water supply, seawater desalination plants are increasingly being evaluated and developed throughout the state as an alternative to traditional water supply sources. CDM Smith has been at the forefront of making seawater desalination a viable and sustainable option in California. Learn more

  • Wyaralong Dam Project
    Building Infrastructure that Builds a Community

    The Wyaralong Dam project and recreational area in South East Queensland, Australia, is an example of sustainable infrastructure incorporating long-term environmental management and planning. The project employed local businesses and workers, provided outdoor space for the community, and stimulated tourism—all while offsetting carbon emissions and protecting local wildlife. Learn more

  • Bus Rapid Transit Solutions
    Rapid Responses for Reliable Transit

    Bus rapid transit (BRT) is an adaptable solution being used in urban areas to help improve service and respect existing transit corridors. CDM Smith is partnering with transit agencies across the United States to plan, design and implement BRT solutions in cities like Cleveland, Ohio, and Chicago, Illinois. Learn more

    Editor's Note

  • The latest issue of people + progress features sustainable and innovative approaches to preserve resources, improve infrastructure and strengthen communities across the globe—from a desert facility in the western United States to a dam construction project in eastern Australia.

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