Insights & News

January 2, 2026

In this episode of The Civil Engineering Podcast by the Engineering Management Institute, Dewberry Associate Vice President and Manager of Strategic Client Engagement Lisa Peterson joins host Anthony Fasano to share why professional licensure isn’t just a box to check—it’s a public promise. They discuss how ethics and innovation go hand in hand in today’s engineering landscape, how licensure reinforces public trust, and what rising professionals must learn early about accountability and leadership.

December 30, 2025

In this article for Constructioneer Magazine, Dewberry Senior Project Scientist David Nowak discusses the impact of New York City’s ambitious climate strategy on the broader construction market and how policies, such as Local Law 97, are redefining the role of the contractor. With focus shifting from operational-carbon reduction to embodied-carbon management, contractors will be responsible for implementing low-carbon requirements through procurement decisions and construction practices that align with New York’s evolving decarbonization landscape.

December 19, 2025

In this case study for Blueprint Magazine, Dewberry Project Manager Logan Hodges explains her collaborative approach to K-12 asset management projects. Community institutions, especially in the K-12 space, encounter aging buildings, overloaded systems, and strained budgets. By meeting with administrators, facility staff, and other stakeholders early in the planning process, asset management teams can create roadmaps that align client priorities with available funding.

December 3, 2025

In this article for Illinois City/County Management Association News, Dewberry Principal Engineer Ely LaBerge explains that building electrification can be achieved without increasing electrical demand by focusing on three strategies: load reduction through passive design, efficiency improvements using technologies like heat pumps, and energy storage solutions to smooth peak demand. These approaches enable the elimination of fossil fuels while maintaining grid stability and reducing operational costs.

November 13, 2025

In this article for California Sheriff, Lake County Sheriff Luke Bingham and Dewberry Associate Principal Patti Esposito describe the innovative design that will address the new Lake County Sheriff’s Office headquarters needs for the next half century or more, by prioritizing daylighting, community space, and flexibility for future expansion.

October 17, 2025

In this article for Roads & Bridges, Dewberry Senior Engineer Rebecca Neilon and Senior Associate and Market Segment Leader Mike Surasky describe the community benefits of multi-modal infrastructure projects, the creative funding strategies that can support those projects, and successful case studies in California and North Carolina.

October 1, 2025

In this article for Correctional News, Dewberry Architect Rosalie Howell and Project Manager Brooke Martin describe how architects can design facilities that meet the continuum-of-care needs for inmates serving life sentences by focusing on evidence-based strategies that address the ongoing needs of the community.

September 12, 2025

In this article for Lidar Magazine, experts explore how InSAR improves efficiency, coverage, and cost effectiveness in lidar surveys.

July 28, 2025

In this episode of the Engineering Management Institute’s AEC Project Management Podcast, Dewberry Executive Vice President and former U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Commander John Boulé joins host Anthony Fasano to share thought leadership on proactive leadership in project management and to outline powerful strategies to drive results by balancing strong client communication with internal accountability. He also discusses how to create flexible project plans, why documentation is critical, and how empowering teams drives project success in the AEC industry.

June 6, 2025

Dewberry Senior Project Manager Dr. Dave Maune joins ASPRS Mentors Podcast hosts Jordan Hicks and Riley O’Donnell to share about his expertise in lidar and career journey to inspire geospatial professionals.

April 23, 2025

In this podcast for Lidar Magazine, Dewberry Associate Vice President and Program Manager Josh Novac joins host Dr. Stewart Walker to describe how he entered the geospatial profession, his growth with our firm, our acquisition of the airborne topobathymetric lidar systems, and some of our current projects.

April 2, 2025

In this article for Consulting–Specifying Engineer, Dewberry Deputy Discipline Lead Patrick Ryan shares that as energy codes continue to evolve, following a structured decision-making approach to choosing an ASHRAE Standard 90.1 compliance path is crucial for engineers to navigate the complexities of energy efficiency requirements and deliver successful projects.