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Burnt forest landscape with charred trees

Sep 16, 2024

Blazing a trail with wildfire research

An increase in wildfires across the nation has sparked researchers to develop new technologies and hazard prevention protocols.
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Garden pathway with flowering bushes and trees on a sunny day.

Aug 27, 2024

Smarter irrigation for a greener UW

A new project combines satellite data with ground sensors to conserve water and create a more sustainable campus environment.
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A man stands in calm, mid-thigh-deep water with a foggy background.

Aug 19, 2024

Energized for change

After living through the devastation of hurricanes in Puerto Rico, grad student Miguel González-Montijo is working on clean energy innovations for the future.
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Woman watering plants in a greenhouse

Apr 08, 2024

A biochar solution for urban runoff

CEE researchers test biologically derived charcoal filters and fungi as tools in purifying city waters, a step towards eco-friendly solutions.
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Head shot of faculty member Bethany Gordon

Mar 28, 2024

Community-driven design

Bethany Gordon integrates social sciences with engineering, aiming for more inclusive designs that consider human behavior.
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Two students stand on either side of a canoe and fasten foam insulation to the sides

Mar 04, 2024

Making a big splash

Members of the UW Concrete Canoe Team gain hands-on experience designing and constructing a canoe almost entirely from concrete.
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