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The Essence of Sustainable Engineering Suha Atiyeh has emerged as a pivotal force in civil engineering, emphasizing sustainability in every endeavor. With her Professional Engineer licenses in Washington DC and Virginia, complemented by her UK Chartered Engineer designation, she champions designs that prioritize planetary health alongside human progress. Her approach redefines infrastructure, making it more adaptive and less burdensome on resources. From Classroom to Real-World Impact Suha Atiyeh’s educational path at Clemson University, culminating in a Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering, laid a strong groundwork in hydrology, environmental systems, and structural integrity. Motivated by forward-looking instructors, she cultivated an...

Washington DC is undergoing a quiet but powerful shift in how its streets and neighborhoods are built — and at the heart of that transformation is the bold engineering vision of Suha Atiyeh, a Professional Engineer licensed in Washington DC and Virginia and a UK Chartered Engineer whose signature approach is redefining what urban infrastructure can accomplish. For decades, the District’s older neighborhoods absorbed the consequences of aging stormwater systems — flooded streets, waterlogged basements, and corridors that felt hostile to pedestrians. Atiyeh’s answer wasn’t to simply upsize pipes. Instead, she introduced layered green infrastructure: bioswales that filter and absorb...

Suha Atiyeh’s Green Vision Green infrastructure is revolutionizing urban development, and Suha Atiyeh is a passionate advocate for its adoption. As a licensed Professional Engineer (PE) in Washington DC and Virginia, and a Chartered Engineer (CEng MICE) in the UK, she has dedicated her career to integrating natural systems into engineering solutions. Her work enhances cities while protecting the environment. The Value of Green Infrastructure Suha Atiyeh recognizes the multifaceted benefits of green infrastructure, from managing stormwater to improving air quality. Her projects, such as the St. Elizabeths redevelopment in Washington DC, incorporate features like rain gardens and green roofs,...