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Orr, John; Ibell, Timothy; Evernden, Mark; Darby, Antony – European Journal of Engineering Education, 2015
Emissions reductions targets for the UK set out in the Climate Change Act for the period to 2050 will only be achieved with significant changes to the built environment, which is currently estimated to account for 50% of the UK's carbon emissions. The socio-technological nature of Civil Engineering means that this field is uniquely placed to lead…
Descriptors: Climate, Energy Conservation, Foreign Countries, Interdisciplinary Approach
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Thomas, Jason – Technology and Engineering Teacher, 2012
It is obvious that engineering played a significant role in the development of the world. Many contributions engineers have given are visible in the world and in people's daily lives. Unfortunately, humans often learn through trial and error, and much of the world has been developed in ways that did not contribute to the well-being of the planet…
Descriptors: Engineering Education, Technology Education, Engineering, Conservation (Environment)
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Stein, Otto R.; Schmalzbauer, Leah – Journal of Higher Education Outreach and Engagement, 2012
The Montana State University student chapter of Engineers Without Borders USA is a student-managed partnership with the people of Khwisero, Kenya. The primary mission, to bring potable water and clean sanitation facilities to 61 primary schools and the surrounding communities of Khwisero, necessitates a long-term commitment to collaboration and…
Descriptors: Foreign Countries, Higher Education, College Students, Majors (Students)