We enjoy a strong reputation for developing and applying technology solutions that best answer our clients' current and future needs. Standardizing delivery software tools benefits clients and our performance goals depend on the enterprise-wide adoption of 'best in class' tools, such as 3D/4D design, program/construction management control software, sales and information management, and design collaboration.
CDM's internal research and development funding increased by 175 percent over 2006 and the firm participated in $4 million of externally funded research. We recently sponsored more than 40 internally funded research and development projects, including:
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Gaseous electron donor injection technology for site remediation (patent issued 2007)
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Trailer-mounted ozone generation system for water main disinfection (patent pending)
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Coal-bed methane produced water treatment (patent pending)
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Airport deicing management model
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Ultraviolet sensor performance guidelines
Sustainability Initiatives Recognition and Awareness-Building R&D Project
This research and development project was launched to formally acknowledge our commitment to sustainability performance improvement, increase awareness among our employees, and execute several pilot sustainability initiatives, including preparation of green specifications, identification of printers with double-sided printing capability, completion of a greenhouse gas emissions inventory at our company headquarters, and execution of a green office supply assessment.
We further drive excellence in every discipline of practice through our technical centers and rely on CDM University for fundamental through advanced training of our employees and the development and dissemination of technology information. CDM has also launched an online course to educate our employees about sustainability and provide training for uniform application of sustainability in our project work around the world.