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This episode, our host chats with Christopher Barkan, PhD, Professor at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign and Director of RailTEC, and Peter Masson, Director at TRC and Chair of Technical Committee 13 – Environmental about the upcoming Railroad Environmental Conference (RREC) and the new Sustainability & Resiliency (S&R) Day. The collaboration through AREMA and the RREC aims to integrate the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals into rail practices, fostering a more sustainable and resilient industry. Dr. Barkan discusses his history of leadership in rail research and education leading up to hosting RREC and the S&R Day. Peter shares his background in environmental planning and railroad compliance, emphasizing how sustainability and resiliency in railroading go beyond environmental issues to include community development, efficiency, and long-term viability. The episode highlights the importance of continuous improvement, supporting your goals, and engaging the next generation.

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