The Center for Underground Infrastructure Research and Education (CUIRE) was established in 2002 with the goal of promoting research, development, and training in underground infrastructure construction and renewal technologies. The Primary goal of CUIRE is to provide leadership in research, outreach and education activities, which enhances safety, cost-effectiveness, construction productivity, environmental improvement in construction and renewal of the aging underground infrastructure. CUIRE is committed to excellence in research and dedicated to providing programs which increase awareness of infrastructure technologies and methodologies. CUIRE works closely with the industry, government agencies, professional and trade associations, and welcomes membership from all sectors to assure its research and educational topics are relevant and essential to the future of the underground infrastructure.