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Tetra Tech's digital tools are changing the game and provide critical information to those who need it most. The Flood Resiliency and Mitigation Tool serves as a model approach that could be adapted for other locations facing climate impacts. Learn more at https://hubs.la/Q01-hy910.

Our Flood-Resiliency and Mitigation (F-RAM) tool is featured in the Society of American Military Engineers The Military Engineer magazine and was recognized with a 2022 American Planning Association Federal Planning Division Honor Award. It combines risk assessment and mitigation planning into a single comprehensive framework that enables Keesler AFB leadership to view scenarios across various threats to assess the mission and financial impacts to the base. It also manages climate change risk by protecting future critical buildings and infrastructure from natural hazards. Users can better manage costs and provide a more robust rationale for building placement to reduce future costs. The tool serves as a model approach that could be adapted for other locations facing climate impacts. Learn more at https://hubs.la/Q01-hy910. Heather Mendenall, AICP, CCF, Jason Cook, PE

This last week, I had the privilege of briefing the waterfront, guests from our partner nations, and representatives from naval organizations all over the world on DESRON 15's work in Maritime Fires. This was a perfect opportunity to prove that Allies and Partners are an integral piece to tomorrow's next major conflict. I do not want to forget the importance of joint units because these operations will require everyone's involvement. The most important takeaway is that everyone from the technician/operator to the strategic commander must continue to have a desire to learn. Too many times have I referenced textbooks and course material from my graduate studies at Johns Hopkins University and Naval Postgraduate School to validate or disprove tactics. The math and science will never be wrong, tactics will ultimately always be linked to these principles. Maritime Fires is a complex problem in today's tactical and operational structures. Moving from a concept where naval units struck immobile targets while maintaining air and maritime superiority, we find ourselves in a time where all units must go against moving targets while in a contested environment that won't guarantee superiority in any domain. The efforts from DESRON 15's Fires and Effects Center have already made large impacts in 7th Fleet and the Indo-Pacific, and we're going to continue to lead that charge! "Fire effectively first" - CAPT Wayne P. Hughes, Jr.

I may be biased but many of the issues today’s workforce faces stems from not knowing about the career paths they could have pursued while attending college. No one in my generation could have known that blue collar or trades would be as lucrative as they are today. At the same time, most don’t even know how many opportunities a commision as a Marine Corps Officer can offer them. Day one: immediately in middle management. A few years into the profession: graduate education, overseas assignments, and positions that stimulate and challenge you vocationally. I can show you the path forward if you’re in Utah, Nevada, or Idaho. End of the day: know what the world has to offer you; you’d be surprised where you find your calling.

- A team can’t do good things without great people. I’d like to recognize some of the great people on my team at Herren Associates … Without the hard work and persistence of Henry Jones III Katherine Weller and Ethan Becker, the 22 month journey from idea, to study, to BAA whitepaper proposal, through Alpha Contracting process to award would not be possible. Their efforts secured a 5-year Broad Agency Announcement (BAA) contract that will advance Model-Based Systems Engineering driven models and methods for Navy shipboard power and energy systems. The award also marks the first BAA for Herren Associates. This BAA contract is not just an important milestone for Herren as we continue to diversify our portfolio of contract vehicles; it also represents an important advancement in naval systems engineering. As we move forward with this first MBSE contract, we remain committed to redefining established engineering paradigms, and charting a new course in systems engineering.   #superstars #teamfirst #MBSE #operationalenergy

This is good but as part of the self reliance Australia ought also build technology for nuclear power for the subs and for general electricity generation as part of the mix and a rational, moderate transition away from fossil fuels.

Despite the Marine Corps pulling back on formal restrictions for the SkillBridge program, units seem to be taking cues and imposing limitations independently. Reports suggest that specific policies, like those from "XXBN, 2dMXX," are setting their own boundaries on service members' participation in transition programs. This indicates a nuanced approach to retention, where, despite official policy maintaining a six-month transition window, individual units may enforce stricter controls, reflecting a broader trend of unofficial retention efforts.

#Naval | 🚢 The impact of The CT Engineering Group on the Naval industry.    The Naval industry is undergoing a profound transformation, driven by the 4.0 technology wave. At CT, we recognize that this is a pivotal moment, with digital transformation standing out as one of the most significant challenges facing our industry. By embracing this change, we are committed to leading the industry towards a more sustainable and energy-efficient future.   🛳️ Challenges and opportunities:   The integration of 4.0 technologies comes with regulatory changes that demand greater sustainability. We believe that wind power technology will play a crucial role in reducing the carbon footprint of shipping. It's not just a challenge; it's an opportunity for innovation, and at CT we're at the forefront.   Do you want to know more about the services we provide?    Visit our website 👉 https://bit.ly/3HoFAfd #Naval #Engineering #4.0 #WeWalkTheTalk