Architecture & Engineering Industry News

Dunkin’ Brands Lauds Impressive Restaurant Growth Figures

March 3rd, 2015 by Fiedler Group

The parent company of Dunkin’ Donuts and Baskin-Robbins — Dunkin’ Brands Group — recently announced that in 2014, over 400 new Dunkin’ Donuts and Baskin-Robbins locations were opened Read the rest of this entry »

California State Legislation Proposes Curbing Predatory ADA Lawsuits

February 10th, 2015 by Fiedler Group

Senator Cathleen Galgiani of Manteca recently introduced state legislation designed to curb predatory ADA lawsuits against businesses. Read the rest of this entry »

Luminous Tiles Provide Information On Carpeting

January 27th, 2015 by Fiedler Group

Philips Lighting has partnered with carpet company Desso in an effort to create what the companies are calling “luminous tiles.” Read the rest of this entry »

Starbucks Identifies New Ways for Consumers to Visit Its Stores

January 6th, 2015 by Fiedler Group

In an attempt to grow its existing customer base and engage with new customers on a global stage, Starbucks is looking to reinvent itself. Read the rest of this entry »

Updated California Code Requires Underground Storage Tanks in Flood Prone Areas Be Anchored

December 30th, 2014 by Fiedler Group

The Department of Industrial Relations recently amended the California Code of Regulations (CCR’s) to require Underground Storage Tanks Read the rest of this entry »

South Coast AQMD Reports Over 50 Percent Reduction in Toxic Air Pollution

December 16th, 2014 by Fiedler Group

According to a study conducted by the South Coast Air Quality Management District (SCAQMD), reductions in toxic emissions from air pollution in the South Coast Air Basin have reduced its residents’ cancer risk by more than 50 percent. Read the rest of this entry »

How to Plan for Fugitive Dust Control and Particulate Matter

December 9th, 2014 by Fiedler Group

Fiedler Group recently successfully completed permit acquisition in support of a project in Southern California’s Riverside County. Read the rest of this entry »

Natural Gas Vehicle Supporters Oppose Changes to Low Carbon Fuel Standards

November 25th, 2014 by Fiedler Group

Natural gas vehicle advocates have voiced opposition to the California Air Resources Board (CARB) following the agency’s announcement that it is considering significant changes to its Read the rest of this entry »

U.S. Diesel Fuel Demand Forecasted to Peak in 2015, Then Decrease

November 18th, 2014 by Fiedler Group

According to “An Assessment of the Diesel Fuel Market: Demand, Supply, Trade and Key Drivers,” a decline in diesel demand in the United States is expected in 2016 due to an increase in vehicle efficiencies coupled with the growing adoption of compressed natural gas for heavy-duty vehicles. Read the rest of this entry »

Greenhouse Gas Mitigation – What Does It Cost Business?

November 11th, 2014 by Fiedler Group

In recent months Fiedler Group has experienced cases in both Riverside and San Diego Counties where local Planning Departments are requiring a Greenhouse Gas (GHG) analysis of Read the rest of this entry »