Glotman•Simpson’s Journey to Net Zero
In the last few years, several ominous phrases have crept into our daily lexicon including “atmospheric rivers”, “quarantining”, “social distancing”, and “air-quality index.” Oxymorons are also taking over our headlines such as “stormy California” and “rainy Arizona.” Spurred by the pandemic and climate crisis, the world is changing faster than ever before – and our ...
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Meet Rachelle Habchi, our Director of Sustainability
September 1, 2023 General GSers
Promoting sustainable building design is a key focus at Glotman Simpson. This focus finds its embodiment in our commitment to SE2050 – a pledge amongst structural engineers to create substantial embodied carbon reductions in the design and construction of structural systems to reach net-zero by 2050. Recognizing the magnitude of this goal, we find ourselves …
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2023 PSMJ Circle of Excellence
August 21, 2023 General
The PSMJ Circle of Excellence aims to recognize A/E/C firms which demonstrate outstanding achievements in profitability, overhead management, cash flow, productivity, business development, staff growth, and turnover. The Circle of Excellence represents the top 20% of participants of PSMJ’s Annual A/E Financial Benchmark Survey, centered around 13 key metrics. With over 200 A/E firms across …
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On Track: Let Post-Tensioning Take the Stress for the Planet
August 2, 2023 General GS Sustainability OnTrack Series
Concrete slabs can be held accountable for most of the embodied carbon in our buildings, responsible for nearly 40% to 70% of the total concrete volume in a high-rise tower. For developers looking to reduce their building’s carbon footprint, directing their attention toward these structural elements is a great starting point. This month, we dive …
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16th Annual Cypress Challenge – July 30, 2023!
June 13, 2023 General
On Sunday July 30, 2023, the 16th Annual Capilano Volkswagen Cypress Challenge will be taking place, organized by the Glotman Simpson Cycling Club. In 2022, approximately 500 cyclists took part in this event in support of the BC Cancer Foundation and pancreatic cancer research. The Cypress Challenge is the largest privately funded fundraiser event for …
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