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New Zealand, like many other countries, has a significant infrastructure gap, highlighting the need for investments. However, with mounting debt and a limited budget, the government has increasingly turned its attention to the private sector to help bridge the funding gap. According to the …
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As countries move towards a sustainable and inclusive future, integrating indigenous knowledge and practices is paramount. Many countries have a rich and deeply rooted indigenous heritage and expertise, and weaving this into the practice of asset management translates into a holistic approach …
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After the historic fires that burned for nearly a month in January 2025, researchers from Harvard and universities in California and Texas are studying the toxic hazards that the fires left behind in homes that remain standing. The Eaton and Palisades fires killed at least 20 people, making …
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The construction industry stands at a crossroads. As an aging workforce retires and the demand for skilled labor intensifies, the sector faces a widening skills gap that threatens growth and sustainability. Yet, amid this challenge lies an untapped opportunity: women. Long underrepresented …
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Colón is a vibrant city and seaport in Panama, situated on the beautiful Caribbean Sea and near the Atlantic entrance of the Panama Canal. While Colón has its charm, it has also faced some challenges over the years, particularly with flooding and sewer issues. Colón’s Ongoing Infrastructure …
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In the past, managing asset infrastructure was a tedious and manual process. Inspections had to be conducted on-site, which could sometimes be risky, especially when dealing with bridges, tall buildings, factories, or underground locations. Manual data uploads were often prone to human error. …
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New Zealand faces an estimated $210 billion infrastructure deficit, driven by congested roads, ageing water systems, and inadequate healthcare facilities. Yet, the country also owns an extensive portfolio of public assets. On paper, New Zealand is asset-rich, with holdings that include …
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Since the 1950s, the United States has experienced a decoupling of electricity demand from economic growth, a trend that has continued strongly in the following decades. While the U.S. economy grew by 20% during the 2010s, electricity demand remained essentially unchanged. However, this is now …
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Culture plays a crucial role in making urban areas vibrant and attractive. Cultural spaces such as theaters, galleries, and museums enrich communities and are key components of any city's identity. In the United States, there is strong public support for increasing federal investment in the …
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Treating wastewater for reuse as drinking water has long been controversial. However, as technology advances and water resources become scarce, more cities are considering direct reuse. El Paso exemplifies the effective use of wastewater reuse to enhance and diversify its freshwater supplies, …
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The Philippines is consistently ranked among the countries most vulnerable to natural disasters. Approximately 60% of its land area and 70% of its population are at risk from various hazards, including typhoons, earthquakes, floods, storm surges, tsunamis, volcanic eruptions, and landslides. …
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The New Zealand government has recently announced its plan to begin construction of a second crossing over the Waitemata Harbour. Infrastructure New Zealand Chief Executive Nick Leggett stated, "A second crossing is not a nice-to-have, it is a must-have. The existing …
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