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Welcome to the final Economic Perspective for 2024! As we prepare to step into 2025, let’s take a moment to reflect on some of the most exciting and challenging themes set to define the year ahead in this week's article. As BGA gears up for 2025, we remain dedicated to helping communities and organisations become more resilient. Let’s take on the challenges ahead with optimism and determination! Wishing you all a joyful and restful holiday season. https://wix.to/FlNXKu8

In this week's Economic Perspective, we explore some of the latest initiatives of the Albanese government, including the New Vehicle Efficiency Standard, National Urban Policy and plans to expand the gas industry. Find out who wins and loses in the articles below. We will return next week with the Christmas special episode to wrap up 2024. https://wix.to/31yd59v #BGA #EconomicPerspective

Check out this week's edition of the Economic Perspective! Australia is embracing transformative opportunities in clean energy and agriculture. The hydrogen electrolyser manufacturing sector is projected to generate $1.7 billion in revenue and nearly 4,000 jobs by 2050, solidifying Australia’s role in renewable hydrogen production. Similarly, advancements in data-driven satellite technology for crop insurance are set to enhance agricultural resilience, address inefficiencies, and empower farmers with innovative solutions. https://wix.to/UFsfxyp #BGA #EconomicPerspective #CleanEnergy

In the latest edition of The Economic Perspective we share cover some exciting scientific progress, such as discovering a new lizard species in Australia and innovations in biofuel. We also consider developing nations and their dynamics with wealthier countries internationally in terms of coping with the climate crisis. Click on the link to read more! https://wix.to/s0aLOeJ #newblogpost

Our US Staff Jennifer Nunn, P.E. and Cortney Cortez concluded their Australia visit with a Brisbane visit to connect with Senior Economist Edwin Chihava and several of our favorite clients and colleagues. They enjoyed lunch at one of the riverfront cafés near the office before heading to the summit of Mount Coot-tha, where they took in stunning views of the Brisbane skyline behind them.

General Manager, Shima Madani, attended the NSW Coastal Conference along with staff from our Florida office - Jennifer Nunn, P.E. (Vice President and senior water resources engineer) and Cortney Cortez (senior economist). At the three-day conference, Jennifer gave a presentation on the integration of flood resiliency to stormwater design with Sea Level Rise in Florida.   In this week's edition we have an article on the extreme flooding events that recently occurred in Spain and how prepared Australia is for such extreme rainfall events. We also have stories on water levels at the Murrumbidgee River, whether is suitable to bring carbon pricing back in Australia, the impacts of net-zero emissions targets on the climate, and more. Enjoy this week’s Economic Perspective, and have a great week! https://wix.to/Hz5YKer #BGA #EconomicPerspective #Climate #Flooding #Rainfall

🌏 Exciting news! Our team members Cortney Cortez and Jennifer Nunn, P.E. have headed down under to visit our Australia branch, Balmoral Group Australia - this visit is a fantastic opportunity to exchange ideas, share insights, and strengthen our international impact. ✈️ #TeamWork #GlobalConnections #AustraliaBound #Collaboration

Recently, Shima Madani visited The Balmoral Group’s Florida headquarters and attended a fantastic American Water Resources Association (AWRA) Technical Session with President Valerie Seidel at the SFWMD offices in West Palm Beach. Topics included urban ecological restoration, Army Corps of Engineers’ Nature-Based Solutions, Sea Level Rise impacts on groundwater and contaminants, and best practice water quality modeling. Fantastic speakers included Eric Anderson, Gregory J. Mount, Eva B. Velez, P.E., Yogesh Khare, and Craig Grossenbacher. Extra thanks to John Mitnik, SFWMD for the warm welcome. 

In this week's edition of the Economic Perspective, we share on the economic impact of Halloween, especially in Australia's economy, pumped hydro moving forward as a renewable energy source, how crushed rock may be used to capture carbon dioxide, and more! Be sure to check out this week's video, which discusses allegations against cattle farmers regarding land clearing. https://lnkd.in/et68d5PP

Last week, our economists from Florida, Seattle and Australia stepped out of the office and into the field at the Archbold Biological Station and Buck Island Ranch. This experience allowed them to see firsthand the real-world examples of our work, understand the dynamic landscapes we study, and strengthen team bonds along the way! Their visit included: 🌿 Touring the lands and specimen libraries at Archbold Biological Station 🐢 Vising Red Hill to explore gopher tortoise habitats 🍽️ Sharing lunch and insights with researchers and staff 🐄 Experiencing Buck Island Ranch, a working cattle ranch that integrates scientific monitoring and water retention strategies, showcasing how cattle can play a role in landscape management Seeing these ecological initiatives up close inspires our team to continue the work they do with renewed purpose and perspective.