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The Window Is Narrowing for Federal Transportation Grants
The core federal transportation programs authorized by the current Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA) only extend through September 30, 2026, making this a pivotal year for grant pursuit. Consor’s grant management experts work with agencies to align project goals with funding criteria and support the full grant lifecycle.
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Seven Infrastructure Insights That Shaped 2025, and What They Signal for 2026
In 2025, infrastructure owners navigated compounding pressures. The common thread was the need for accurate data and trusted advisors to support decisions that balance technical rigor with long-term risk, cost, and community outcomes.
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Data Before Digging
Public opinion is one of the greatest sources of uncertainty in infrastructure projects. Libby Barg Bakke and Clark Worth co-authored an article in Water Environment & Technology that explores how public opinion research helps agencies align projects and communication with community values.
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Consor Engineers Appoints Patrick Cassity as President and Chief Executive Officer
Consor Engineers (“Consor”), a leading North American engineering and advisory firm at the forefront of infrastructure modernization with differentiated capabilities across resiliency, reliability, sustainability, and security, today announced the appointment of Patrick Cassity as President and Chief Executive Officer (“CEO”) as part of a planned leadership succession.
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Webinar | The Changing Landscape of Species at Risk in Ontario
The passing of Bill 5, Protect Ontario by Unleashing our Economy Act, 2025 includes interim amendments to the Endangered Species Act, 2007 and introduces the Species Conservation Act, 2025. Ecologists break down how key legislative changes may affect technical studies, as well as project planning and permitting for current and future projects.
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A Paradigm Shift in Geographic Information Systems (GIS)
Today’s GIS tools do more than show where things are—they reveal how systems interact, adapt, and respond to real-world pressures. Robb Kirkman examines how that shift is transforming civil infrastructure.
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A Small Utility’s Blueprint for Scalable Biosolids Drying
Smaller utilities often face high hauling costs, limited storage, and seasonal land application challenges. Scappoose's project demonstrates a scalable approach to biosolids drying that reduces operational burdens and improves efficiency.
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Megatrends Are Demanding a Change in How We Plan, Design, and Construct Water Infrastructure
Utility leaders are confronting a set of escalating challenges: climate extremes, aging infrastructure, emerging contaminants, funding constraints, and delivery timelines don’t match fast-moving risks.
Pete Mulvaney co-authored an article in Central States Water outlining a forward-looking framework to address these growing pressures.
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Webinar | Climate Resiliency Tabletop Exercises
Day one: A 100-year storm event makes landfall. Roads are flooding. Communications are down. What will your agency do? This webinar covers how a tabletop exercise is one of the most effective ways to test the readiness before a real event occurs.
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Why Engaging Beyond Project Work Builds Better Engineers
Getting involved in professional organizations and communities of practice can shape careers in lasting ways. In this article, Frederick Tack outlines how infrastructure professionals can engage at every stage—from early-career exploration to leadership and industry influence—while contributing to the growth of the profession and the communities it serves.
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POU/POE Filter Options for PFAS
As PFAS regulations continue to evolve, the challenge of delivering safe, reliable drinking water remains constant. For small systems and individual water users, centralized treatment isn’t always feasible. Point-of-use and point-of-entry systems offer fast, cost-effective solutions for PFAS removal in the right settings.
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The True Value of Staff Augmentation Is Embedded Partnerships
Infrastructure systems are straining under the dual pressures of population growth and aging assets. Staff augmentation has become a critical strategy for infrastructure owners to scale quickly, access specialized expertise, and maintain momentum on capital programs. But its real potential lies in the opportunity for embedded partnerships—creating a shared stewardship philosophy that strengthens agency teams and delivers greater value to communities.
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