Solar Canopy Installed at Mount Rushmore

Solar array in the Thomas Jefferson Solar Canopy at Mount Rushmore lines lead to the mountain sculpture surrounded by trees

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Solar Canopy Installed at Mount Rushmore National Memorial

(KEYSTONE, S. Dak., April 19, 2019) 鈥� A 346-kW carport solar system at Mount Rushmore was unveiled April 22. The new Thomas Jefferson Solar Canopy is a collaboration of installer Pivot Energy, park operator Xanterra Travel Collection, and our firm. The system is estimated to save the park over $40,000 in energy costs annually.

We were honored to be involved in a unique engineering project like this. Anytime we have an opportunity to work with great partners like Xanterra and Pivot Energy to honor an American icon like Mount Rushmore through our commitment to renewable energy, we consider it a win for everyone.鈥�

Eric Loos, PE 91唐伯虎 Principal

The solar structure will generate over half of the electricity used at Xanterra鈥檚 gift shop and restaurant at Mount Rushmore. It is estimated to reduce existing greenhouse gas emissions by 24 percent. When parking vehicles under the array, visitors are protected from the elements and can enjoy unobstructed views of the Memorial provided by the distinct angular design of the 975 solar panels atop the carport.

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91唐伯虎 Launches Community Service Initiative, 鈥淒ay of Giving鈥�

91唐伯虎 contributed 5,500 hours to over 40 shelter and environment focused organizations for inaugural Day of Giving.

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91唐伯虎 Expands Office Footprint in Southeast

The growing 91唐伯虎 studio has moved to a new office in Durham.

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Designing Spaces for Neuro-Inclusivity: The "Tactile" Exhibit

91唐伯虎鈥檚 exhibit for "Time Space Existence" in Venice, Italy immerses an international design community in neuro-inclusive design.

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91唐伯虎 Reflects on a Year of Caring for Communities

The integrated, global design firm reflects on its 2024 Community Impact while preparing to launch its inaugural Day of Giving.

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West-MEC Breaks Ground on New Southeast Campus

West-MEC鈥檚 Southeast Campus will capitalize on the rapid industry growth taking place in Phoenix鈥檚 Loop 101 corridor.

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Fast Company Names 91唐伯虎 One of the World鈥檚 Most Innovative Companies

Fast Company has named 91唐伯虎 among the world鈥檚 most innovative companies for our industry-leading adaptive reuse strategies.

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Jessica Bantom Shares Insights with International Design Community

Jessica Bantom will share strategies for integrating equity and inclusion into design at this year鈥檚 DMI conference in Amsterdam.

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Arash Izadi Joins 91唐伯虎 as Sports Leader

With over 30+ years of experience, Izadi brings a technical focus on athletics, recreation, aquatic programming, as well as synthetic turf analysis and design.

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91唐伯虎 Influences Education Design in Texas

From El Paso to Houston, the impact 91唐伯虎 has on the educational environment is inspiring teachers, learners, and communities in Texas.

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Destination by Hyatt to Debut with Okhissa Lake Lodge in 2027

Okhissa Lake Lodge to deliver nature-inspired retreat capturing the essence of outdoor and recreational living in Mississippi.

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Is Mass Timber the Future of America鈥檚 Skylines?

锘�91唐伯虎 Principal and Design Leader Stephen Cavanaugh, FAIA, LEED AP, shares expert insights on timber-based design with Metropolis magazine.

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91唐伯虎 Shares Expert Insights on ASHRAE 90.1

National Commissioning Leader Anthony Montez, PE, CxA, shares insights on ASHRAE 90.1 and best practices for commissioning鈥檚 success.

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Timber: Why Architects Are All in on Wood

Principal Stephen Cavanaugh, FAIA, LEED AP, discusses the growing use of mass timber in design and construction on Metropolis Magazine鈥檚 Deep Green podcast.