September/October 2018

Published by Tom Gibson, P.E. Green Building Engineer and Technology Writer, Progressive Engineer is an online magazine and information source covering all disciplines of engineering. Our in-depth profiles and features portray engineers in an easy-to-read, personal editorial style and promote sustainability in the profession. We show the fun in engineering and the cool jobs engineers have, all while saving trees!

Feature

Farming Goes 3-Dimensional
Vertical farming offers opportunities to grow more crops on a smaller footprint, especially in urban areas. It also presents unique educational opportunities.

Profile

Coner Walsh
Develops soft exoskeletons that improve walking for soldiers and others.

Profile

Brie Van Dam
Deep in Alaska, she endures – and even relishes – harsh conditions to research global warming.