April 17, 2023

Earth Day Sustainable Design Series

For over 60 years, Progressive Companies has been committed to innovative and sustainable designs that benefit our clients and communities. In this Earth Day blog series, our experts are sharing knowledge and best practices they've learned along the way. Check out all six installments below.

Sustainable Design in Architecture

Sustainable Design in Structural Engineering

Sustainable Design in Mechanical Engineering

Sustainable Design in Electrical Engineering

Sustainable Design in Civil Engineering

Sustainable Design in Landscape Architecture

Want to learn more about sustainability options for your project? We’d love to chat! Contact us for more information or to meet with one of our design experts.

Earth Day Sustainable Design Series

Authors

Dane Stivers

Maureen Kozel

Nolan Miller

Ryan Johnson

Amber Kapoor

Jacob Loew

Galen Reed

Donald Green

Robert Ferguson

Jeff Roman

Brandon Simon

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