Research Article
Sep 1, 2021
Evaluating the Energy and Carbon of Geotechnical Works: An Important Step in Developing Sustainable Designs
Abstract
Engineering for sustainable development requires considering the triple-bottom-line of social, economic, and environmental factors associated with a project when developing the final design. Within geotechnical engineering, much attention is given to meeting necessary performance criteria at the lowest cost while accounting for "local" environmental considerations (e.g., erosion and dust control, spoil/waste handling, noise). While this approach is effective in delivering safe and functional projects, it falls short in addressing the "big picture" environmental considerations that are needed to meet sustainable development goals.
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GeoStrata Magazine Archive
Volume 24 • Issue 5 • September 2020
Pages: 50 - 57
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© 2020 American Society of Civil Engineers.
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Published in print: Sep 2020
Published online: Sep 1, 2021
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Craig M. Shillaber, Ph.D., A.M.ASCE
Assistant Teaching Professor, Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering, Northeastern University, Boston, MA USA
James K. Mitchell, Sc.D., Dist.M.ASCE
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University Distinguished Professor Emeritus, Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering, Virginia Tech, Blacksburg, VA USA
Joseph E. Dove, Ph.D., M.ASCE
Associate Professor of Practice, Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering, Virginia Tech, Blacksburg, VA USA
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