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Sweden’s 100,000-Year Plan for Safe Nuclear Waste Disposal

Sweden is leading the way in nuclear waste management, with two major projects that will shape the future of nuclear energy disposal. The country has officially begun work on expanding its SFR final...

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Geoengineer.org Video Platform Updated with New Content from Geotechnical Frontiers 2025

We are excited to announce that the Geoengineer.org video platform has been updated with fresh and insightful content! With 1,350+ geotechnical videos, our platform is the go-to resource for professi...

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Unstable Ground: Lessons from the I-80 New Jersey Sinkhole Saga

In Wharton, New Jersey, a routine repair operation turned into a civil engineering crisis when a new 15-by-15-foot sinkhole suddenly opened on Interstate 80 in mid-March 2025. This was the third such...

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The $5.7 Trillion Rock: Inside Earth’s Biggest Iron Recent Find

A seismic shift has shaken the world of geology—figuratively, this time. In the Hamersley region of Western Australia, geologists have uncovered the largest iron ore deposit ever recorded. Clocking i...

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Geohazards in Arunachal: Roads Blocked, Travel Restricted

The Anini-Roing road in Arunachal Pradesh has been repeatedly struck by landslides, bringing travel to a standstill and prompting authorities to issue multiple advisories against unnecessary travel....

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Reviving the Past: Chongqing’s Air-Raid Shelters Reborn as Vibrant Underground Spaces

Chongqing, a city known for its mountainous landscapes, is undergoing a unique transformation. Once wartime air-raid shelters, its vast network of underground spaces is now being repurposed into thri...

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A Legacy Carved in Stone: Celebrating the Life and Work of Dr. Evert Hoek

Dr. Evert Hoek (1933-2024), a name synonymous with rock mechanics and rock engineering, passed away on July 6, 2024, leaving behind a legacy that has shaped the very foundation of our understanding o...

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Geotechnical Engineering 2032 Boom: Trends, Challenges, and Emerging Opportunities

Geotechnical engineering is at the core of modern infrastructure, ensuring the stability of buildings, roads, tunnels, and bridges. With increasing urbanization and large-scale infrastructure project...

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The Rising Threat of Groundwater Flooding: Risks and GeoEngineering Solutions

Groundwater flooding is an often-overlooked hazard, but as climate change intensifies, its risks are increasing. Unlike surface flooding caused by rivers or heavy rainfall, groundwater flooding occur...

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Laying the Groundwork for Renewable Energy in Orkney’s Remote Terrain

The Orkney Islands are taking a significant step towards renewable energy expansion, with critical geotechnical investigations paving the way for the construction of wind farms. A recent ground inves...

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