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There appears to be evidence that large floods are increrasing in frequency, and that hurricanes are getting more frequent and severe. One can blame climate change, or that the period of record has not been long enough for accurate statistical predictions. But either way should be a consideration in ...

Do not disagree that large central generation will still be needed for the foreseeable future, or that the grid is being well operated. But not sure it is doing fine. New and more widely distributed alternative energy sources (eg wind, solar) are needing new lines to transport their production, and where ...

Having been involved in the electric transmission line permitting process in Iowa, can say that getting new electric infrastructure build can be a daunting task, especially obtaining the needed right-of-way. And not just in Iowa. ------------------------------ Donald Stursma P.E., M.ASCE Manager ...

Salary issues can make hiring difficult. My former employer published the salary range for the position with the job notice. When asked for expectations, some candidates expressed willingness to come in at/near the bottom to get their foot in the door, so to speak (my take on it, not specifically what ...

Responding to this and other postings on the role of codes and standards. Codes and standards represent the collective consensus wisdom of generations of engineers, so are not to be taken lightly. On the other hand, they may become cookbooks leaving little room for innovation or alternatives. The ...