R&D Tax Credit Case Studies for the Environmental Engineering Industry

This environmental engineering firm focused on water restoration projects, specifically with power generation facilities. For instance, this company evaluated site conditions with respect to optimal power generation capacity with the purpose of mitigating environmental impacts along the way. By gathering information using satellite, drone and pre-existing map information of different proposed site locations, this company was able to identify locations and create designs for dams that would maximize power generation, allow for fish passage and minimize maintenance programs for years to come.

This company provided the engineering services for the design and implementation of a new powerhouse to serve four existing hydropower plants. To implement the new powerhouse in a manner that would not disrupt the existing plants, the company evaluated each individual plant with regard to size, foundation, and geotechnical conditions. Specifically, the company evaluated different pile foundation and shoring systems due to the fine-grained soil conditions at one of the plant sites. After evaluating multiple systems, the company determined that soldier piles and lagging walls were necessary to ensure the functionality of this particular plant site.

This company was tasked with developing a temporary soldier tie back shoring system for a hospital facility and the installation of permanent micro piles to strengthen the site’s foundation. From the beginning, the company dealt with certain technical challenges regarding the appropriate shoring method to use based on the site’s characteristics. To overcome these difficulties, the company considered a number of different means and methods. Eventually the company settled on installing a large cantilever on the side of the shoring and new foundation systems at a depth of four feet.