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- Expert sees delays for new Plant Vogtle reactors
The $14 billion expansion of a nuclear power plant in Georgia will be delayed by more than a year, which could increase construction costs, according to a report from nuclear engineer William Jacobs. Southern Co. has already postponed the startup dates of the new units at Plant Vogtle by several months. Even if costs increase, the plant will still be economically viable, said Buzz Miller, Southern's executive vice president of nuclear development. The Augusta Chronicle (Ga.)/The Associated Press
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- $3.6B Elgin-O’Hare project in Ill. gets approval
The Illinois Tollway can start to build the $3.6 billion toll road replacement for the Elgin-O'Hare Expressway after receiving approval from the Federal Highway Administration and the Federal Aviation Administration. Work includes extending the Elgin-O'Hare Expressway east, widening it and converting it to a toll road. The project is expected to be completed in the next 12 years. Chicago Tribune (tiered subscription model)
(12/12)
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- NYC's 8 Spruce Street wins 2011 Emporis Skyscraper Award
New York City’s 76-story, 8 Spruce Street took top honors in the Emporis Skyscraper contest for 2011. The 867-foot-tall building designed by architect Frank Gehry was recognized for its undulating steel facade and use of modern technologies. The tower "stands out even in Manhattan’s already remarkable skyline. It is a major new architectural landmark for New York," one judge said. DesignBuildSource.com.au (Australia)
(12/10), Gizmag
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- Survey shows public support for water infrastructure upgrade
A new survey shows a majority of taxpayers would be willing to pay more to repair and improve the nation's decrepit and failing water infrastructure. The 2012 Value of Water Index poll by Xylem, a water technology company, indicates nearly 90% of Americans think the U.S. water infrastructure needs reform. "[W]e must take advantage of this critical moment in time and take collective action to focus more attention on our water and infrastructure challenges," writes Xylem CEO and President Gretchen McClain. Environmental Leader
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ASCE explores 50 examples of building performance failures
Intended for undergraduate engineering courses, Failure Case Studies in Civil Engineering -- Structures, Foundations, and the Geoenvironment, Second Edition provides short descriptions of 50 real-world examples of constructed works that did not perform as intended. This volume is a great starting point for class discussions, further research, and by demonstrating how each failure leads to improved engineering design and safety. Topics include foundation failures; embankment, dam, and slope failures; geoenvironmental failures; bridge failures; and building failures. Order this collection of cautionary tales today.
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