For local governments, developers and planners, the health of the urban tree canopy is more than just an environmental concern—it’s a data challenge. Where are trees growing? Where are they disappearing? How can communities prioritize investments in green infrastructure? In this Bowman Perspectives Q&A, we sit down with Cornell Rowan CP, senior project manager to […]
With growing efforts to cut carbon emissions and improve energy efficiency, building owners in Colorado are facing new opportunities to enhance their properties via Energize Denver and Colorado Building Performance Standards. Understanding and complying with these energy ordinances is crucial—not just to avoid penalties, but to unlock cost savings and future-proof your properties. Understanding Energize […]
As severe weather events become more frequent and destructive, the urgency to build stronger, more resilient infrastructure has never been clearer. This year, the U.S. has experienced multiple extreme weather events, each causing widespread damage to communities and critical infrastructure. With forecasts indicating increased volatility in weather patterns in the coming years, Bowman remains focused […]
Creating a rich, well-balanced bourbon is an art form. Makers must understand the distilling process—from the initial ingredient selection and aging to bottling and shipping—to ensure a quality product. But there’s another team behind the distillers crucial to the making process: civil engineers. These unsung heroes provide the foundation for a successful distillery. Their involvement […]
by Doug Fisher On April 19, 2019, a thermal runaway event took place in a battery energy storage unit (ESS) located within a building in Surprise, Arizona. The ESS was provided with fire detection and fire suppression, which both activated. Approximately five hours after arriving on the scene, the responding fire department opened a door […]
As wind energy development expands into new regions in the United States and abroad, reducing negative environmental impacts is critical. This includes reducing unanticipated bat fatalities at wind turbines. The Wind Wildlife Research Fund (WWRF) recently made an award to Bowman to lead a two-year project aimed at the conservation of a broad range of […]
Bowman announced the acquisition of McFarland-Dyer & Associates (“MDA”) headquartered in the greater Atlanta area. Founded in 1995, MDA delivers civil engineering, land planning, land surveying and landscape architecture services to public and private sector clients throughout the Southeast. “We are excited and happy to welcome all of the MDA employees and clients to Bowman,” […]
As a recognized leader in the engineering industry, Bowman is in a unique position to mentor and develop our M/W/DBE and VOSB partners. We take great pride in our commitment to promote significant and sustainable growth in our team members through both formal and informal Mentor/Protégé relationships. As the prime consultant providing Construction Management services […]