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💡 How is heat from the earth both warming and cooling an entire neighborhood in Framingham, MA? ⚡The geothermal pilot project is a unique engineering effort in collaboration with Eversource Energy, aimed at revolutionizing a community through the use of geothermal energy. This innovative program leverages a cutting-edge heating and cooling system powered by renewable energy from the Earth. Dive into the latest episode of our series, ‘Geothermal Unearthed: How Does it Work?’ to explore the inner workings of these sustainable systems. 👷 "In geothermal projects, the ground is the central plant that produces energy," explains senior project manager Jon Welch. "The central plant allows for energy to be shared and allows for heating and cooling to be utilized across multiple users." Interested in learning more? Get early access to future episodes by subscribing today! https://lnkd.in/e9Rpv_7N

⚡ Microgrids are paving the way for more resilient local communities while advancing the nation’s energy system, according to Matthew Goss, PE, PMP, CEM, CEA, CDSM, LEED AP. The #microgrid model represents a network of diverse power sources that serve a neighborhood, campus or community. Microgrids harness the power of local resources, utilizing a range of fuels for efficient energy distribution. Communities blessed with abundant sunlight and strong winds, for instance, can integrate solar panels and wind turbines into their microgrid. Additionally, the use of wastewater treatment, biomass, waste-to-energy, and landfill operations can generate both heat and power, contributing to the community's energy independence and sustainability. These systems have been widely implemented throughout Europe and are gaining traction elsewhere around the world. U.S. communities have been slower to adopt the microgrid concept, mainly due to readily available low-cost energy sources in the U.S., such as natural gas and electricity. "We must not let these short-term challenges prevent U.S. municipalities from benefitting from microgrid systems," Matt says. See microgrids in your future? Learn more here: https://lnkd.in/eZQ_FT3w

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🏅 🎉 We're proud to announce that Jacky Kinson, EIT was recently recognized as 2024 Young Energy Professional of the Year Award by the Northeast US Region of the Association of Energy Engineers! ⚡ Jacky is the climate resilience discipline leader for the MEP + Energy practice at CDM Smith. She is responsible for integrating climate resilience into MEP projects by utilizing climate science. Jacky has led the mechanical design for several geothermal energy projects and feasibility studies, including the first-of-its-kind Eversource Energy Networked Geothermal Pilot Demonstration project in Massachusetts. 👷 "I've always had a strong interest in energy and it's been extremely exciting and rewarding as a young professional to work on a variety of innovative and sustainable energy projects and to witness them go from feasibility to design, to construction," Jacky says. "It is an honor to receive this award as it recognizes that I am fulfilling my career goals of working in the energy industry and making a positive impact on the world of clean energy." 💚 "Jacky is an incredible engineer and person and I’m incredibly grateful and proud that she was recognized by the AEE for her accomplishments," says senior vice president Matthew Goss, PE, PMP, CEM, CEA, CDSM, LEED AP. "I look forward to continuing to work with her to solve our clients most difficult challenges and support their vision for a cleaner planet."

🎉 Congratulations to Tammy Hayes for her well-deserved appointment as the president of Solid Waste Association of North America (SWANA)! ♻️ Tammy has been an active SWANA member for over 30 years, previously holding positions such as the Florida chapter president and the international board WASTECON chair. "I consider this to be the pinnacle of my career at a pivotal time for SWANA and I'm excited about helping to shape that new future of our association," she says. "I especially look forward to working with our board and staff on reinventing our annual conference to make it a great experience for everyone!" 🌍 Beyond her volunteer work, Tammy has been working in marketing at CDM Smith for over 40 years. Early in her career she became one of the original members of the firm’s solid waste practice, and since then has continued to specialize in the field and grow her solid waste expertise.

🎗️ Our Fairfax office team is proud to have sponsored and volunteered at the 3rd annual #WaterPalooza event, which was co-sponsored by DC Water, Miner Elementary School, Chesapeake Water Environment Association, and other regional utilities and community partners. ✏️ Approximately 40 second graders and 45 third graders from Miner Elementary School attended the event and engaged in fun activities to learn about the importance of water and the various career opportunities in the water sector. Special thanks to our staff who supported, including Sogol B. Gremi, P.E., Chakavak Kamran, PMP, PACP, Mary Vahdati, PMP, Emily Liu, and Micheal Smedley! 💧 We are thrilled to have been a part of this effort to educate and inspire the next generation of water professionals. Learn more about our commitment to give back to the communities where we live and work: https://lnkd.in/eDjMmyb

Looking back on all the support our team showed for the LGBTGIA+ community with PRIDE! 🏳️🌈 From photo booth moments, cute animal attire, to family dancing, our employees embodied #TogetherInPride. We look forward to continuing the celebration throughout the year! 🌈 #PrideMonth #CDMSmithInclusion